How to Apply for Utility Assistance in Indian River County
Use county Human Services for short-term utility help and confirm the separate LIHEAP route when more assistance is needed.
Start here
Call Indian River County Human Services at 772-226-1423 for an appointment for utility assistance, including FPL Care to Share when available. For LIHEAP, the Economic Opportunities Council is listed at 772-562-4177. Funding and eligibility apply.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; most assistance is by appointment
See current county assistanceWhat to have ready
- Indian River 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 utility assistance for an Indian River County household. The provider, balance, and shutoff deadline are [details]. Which county, Care to Share, or LIHEAP application should I start, and what documents are 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 Indian River County Human Services at 772-226-1423 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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