Rhode Island Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
LIHEAP helps keep families warm through the winter by assisting families with energy costs and reducing the severity of energy-related crises.
Eligibility: BVCAP services the following areas for heating assistance: Pawtucket, Central Falls, Cumberland, and Lincoln. Households must document income and family size and fall into the guidelines set by the federal government. Heating Assistance is open from October 1st until May 1st yearly.
LIHEAP Application Spanish FY 2026
LIHEAP Application Portuguese FY 2026
LIHEAP Application Checklist English_and_Spanish FY 2026
Landlord Information Form – 2026
Adult Household Member w-no income Form FFY2026
Apply online here.
To obtain a copy of your Social Security Benefit Statement click here.
Get help managing your monthly energy bill here.
Report fraud-RI Department of Human Services
If you have any questions regarding your application please call (401)723-0227.
Weatherization and Boiler Assessment
BVCAP’S weatherization program is available to assist income eligible residents in upgrading their homes to reduce heating bills by providing house energy efficiency services to households that already qualify for LIHEAP. Some of the services include installing insulation as needed and boiler repair/replacement. Health and safety measures are also provided, such as, installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, reducing drafts, and providing proper ventilation.
Tenants with landlord approval and homeowners are eligible for weatherization.
During the weatherization audit BVCAP offers a comprehensive electrical energy audit on households that already qualify for LIHEAP . The program focuses on determining the electrical usage of appliances and installation of energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs. Through the help of RI Energy, BVCAP may be able to replace appliances free of charge to those who qualify.
For Weatherization information call (401) 723-4520