Low-Income Energy Assistance (LEAP) Available for the Winter Season

Durango, CO – The La Plata County Department of Human Services is again partnering with Discover Goodwill of Southern + Western Colorado to administer the Low-Income Energy Assistance (LEAP) Program. This is a federally funded program which assists low-income households with utility costs for their main heating source. To qualify, applicants must be responsible for paying heating costs directly to an energy provider, fuel dealer, or as part of rent. Eligibility and benefits are determined by factors such as household income, type of dwelling, family size, and fuel type.

Applications are available at the La Plata County Department of Human Services at 1060 E. 2nd Ave in Durango, at most fuel vendors, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA), local libraries and at many community agencies.

LEAP eligible households may also qualify for the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP). This program provides assistance with the repair or replacement of a home’s primary heating source such as a furnace or wood-burning stove. For CIP assistance and applications, call 1-866-HEAT HELP (1-866-432-8435).

For additional information regarding LEAP, please call 1-866-HEAT HELP (1-866-432-8435), or the LEAP Call Center at 1-888-775-5327, or visit www.colorado.gov and search “LEAP”.