Heating & Energy

Community Concepts - Fuel & Weatherization

Community Concepts

Lewiston, Maine Fuel Assistance & Weatherization
Free, no cost By appointment

LIHEAP fuel assistance and weatherization for Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin county residents. Covers all fuel types. Weatherization program provides free insulation, air sealing, and heating system upgrades.

Who can use this?

LIHEAP: household income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income. Weatherization: income-eligible homeowners and renters. Must reside in Androscoggin, Oxford, or Franklin County.

About this resource

Community Concepts is the Community Action Agency serving Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin counties. They administer LIHEAP fuel assistance and the Weatherization Assistance Program, along with a range of housing, transportation, and anti-poverty programs.

Services offered

  • LIHEAP fuel assistance: seasonal payment to your heating fuel vendor (oil, gas, electric, propane, wood, coal)
  • Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP): emergency funds for those who run out of fuel
  • Weatherization Assistance Program: insulation, air sealing, and heating upgrades at no cost
  • Central Heating Improvement Program (CHIP): furnace repair or replacement
  • Home energy audits

What to expect

Call (207) 795-4065 to schedule a fuel assistance appointment. Applications can also be submitted online at ccimaine.org. For weatherization, contact the energy department to be placed on the waitlist.

What to bring

Photo ID, Social Security cards for all household members, proof of income for previous 3 months, most recent electric bill, and proof of address.

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