Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) / LIHEAP Crisis, Winter Heating, and Summer Cooling Assistance

How it works

DHSS says low-income Delaware households may be eligible for help with energy costs through the Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP), administered with LIHEAP funds and local partner agencies statewide. The page also describes winter heating assistance, crisis assistance, and summer cooling assistance. (dhss.delaware.gov)

What the money covers

Winter Heating Assistance helps both homeowners and renters cover seasonal heating costs for electricity, natural gas, oil, kerosene, propane, coal, and wood. Crisis Assistance is available year-round for utility shut-off or disconnection notices, fuel tank levels at or below 10%, or past-due energy bills. Summer Cooling Assistance provides a one-time payment toward summer electricity costs, and households with demonstrated need may also qualify for a free window air conditioner. (dhss.delaware.gov)

Amounts and matching

The official page does not state exact dollar amounts or a matching requirement. It says DEAP is supplemental and may not cover all heating or cooling costs. (dhss.delaware.gov)

How to apply

The state page directs residents to DHSS and partner agencies statewide. It also says eligibility requires prior application for LIHEAP during the program year for summer cooling assistance. (dhss.delaware.gov)

Timing and deadlines

Winter Heating Assistance is available October 1 through March 31. Crisis Assistance is available year-round. The official page does not give a closing date for the program overall. (dhss.delaware.gov)