How to Apply for Highlands County Energy or Utility Assistance
Use the local community-action site for LIHEAP screening when a household has a high balance, shutoff notice, or energy crisis.
Start here
Contact the Agricultural and Labor Program Highlands County service site at 863-657-0503. Ask for the current LIHEAP application route, document list, funding status, and whether an appointment or online application is required.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; 1306 S. Tulane Avenue, Avon Park
Confirm the Highlands LIHEAP siteWhat to have ready
- Highlands County address and a safe callback number
- A one-sentence description of the need and what changed
- Any notice, application, denial, bill, or deadline involved
- Language, mobility, communication, and accommodation needs
Words you can use
“I need energy assistance for a Highlands County household. The provider, balance, shutoff date, and household circumstances are [details]. Is funding open, which application should I use, and what proof is required?”
Steps in order
- 1
Call or use the official intake route and lead with the immediate need.
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Ask what eligibility, documents, assessment, and current funding or capacity apply.
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Record the staff name, reference number, next action, and follow-up date.
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Use the listed backup route if the program is closed, full, or not the correct door.
If the first answer is no or wait
Availability, funding, eligibility, and wait times can change. Ask for the reason in writing when possible, preserve every deadline, and dial 211 or call Highlands County at 863-402-6500 to locate another current route.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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