Iowa families struggling to pay their energy bills during the COVID-19 crisis can still apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

New Opportunities Guthrie County Family Development Center Coordinator Rhonda Huggins tells Raccoon Valley Radio that the Iowa Department of Human Rights has extended the application period for LIHEAP through May 31st. The program can help pay a portion of an eligible household’s utility bill, and is based on the household size and income. Guthrie County residents that are interested can contact Huggins for assistance at 641-747-3845 or rhuggins@newopp.org.