Human Services Accepting Utility Assistance Applications

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Oct. 7, 2025) - The Charlotte County Human Services Department is now accepting applications for assistance with electric bills. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program is supported by the Florida Department of Commerce as part of an award totaling $471,182 with 100% being financed from fFederal funding and 0% financed from non-governmental sources.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance is available once in a 12-month period to eligible households based on monthly gross income, to help offset the high cost of home energy. Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2026, or until all funds are expended.

Low-Income Home Energy CRISIS Assistance may also be available to households with the power off, a past due bill, final notice or security deposit. Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2026, or until all funds are expended.

Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program, sponsored by the Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of SW Florida and administered by Charlotte County Human Services may have funds available for those households with at least one member 60 years of age or older and a past due energy bill. Applications will be accepted through June 15, 2026, or until all funds are expended.

Don't wait for a final notice from FPL. Apply online at https://floridaliheap.com.

For information, contact Human Services at 941-833-6500.

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