The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, helps those who are at risk of a disconnect or already disconnected get a break on their energy bills. 

Anita Russell with Community Action explains that they have already received as many LIHEAP applications as they did last year, and expect to surpass that number greatly. Any other year, this would mean an early finish for the LIHEAP program, but this is not any other year. 

Russell says there is currently no wait time, which means it's a perfect opportunity to schedule your appointment. She notes that as the weather starts to warm, Ameren will resume disconnecting customers for missed payments, and their appointments will begin filling up. 

Many applicants will know how much they are getting the same day or soon after their appointment. Some applicants will receive more than a single month's worth of credit, which will go to your provider to be used for future bills. 

Russell and Community Action will be at the upcoming Clinton Business Expo, ready to answer any questions the community may have. Learn more about LIHEAP at capcil.info.