Due to the temporary shutdown 2025 LIHEAP energy assistance will be delayed a month

Sign up will be available from Jan. 1 instead of Dec. 1

Georgia’s Community Action Agencies are working together to prepare for the 2025–2026 LIHEAP season, even as we all continue to await final funding and guidance from the Georgia Department of Human Services. The recent federal shutdown and temporary federal budget have caused delays that impact each agency differently.

Across the state, agencies are aligned on one message: we do not want to promise services before funding and clear direction are firmly in place.Because PCA has not yet received confirmed funding dates or the guidance required to begin the program, we will not be opening LIHEAP appointments on December 1.

PCA will begin accepting LIHEAP appointments on January 2, 2026, for senior households or medically homebound households with a disconnect notice.

This decision reflects our commitment to fairness, accuracy, and ensuring that families receive help as soon as it is operationally and financially responsible.

What This Means for You:

PCA will not open LIHEAP appointments on December 1.

Our appointment portal will open on January 2, 2026, for Senior Citizens and medically homebound with a disconnection.Appointments will open February 2, 2026, for the General Public.Households in some parts of Georgia may see different timelines due to local capacity and funding flow.Once funding is released by DHS, benefits will be applied as quickly as possible.

We know the need is high, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we prepare our staff, systems, and resources to fully meet community demand.
Thank you for standing with PCA and the statewide Community Action network during this time of uncertainty. Partnership for Community Action#Wherehelpmeetshop