As of the close of business April 24th the 2025 – 2026 regular and emergency HEAP benefits are closed.
The Cooling Assistance Benefit remains open.
HEAP is a federally funded program that assists low-income residents of New York in meeting their home energy needs.
How To Apply
- Online at: https://mybenefits.ny.gov/
- Call the Lewis County DSS at 315-376-5400 and request an application be sent to you
- Print an application at home: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/apply/#heap AND Mail it to: Lewis County Department of Social Services, PO Box 193, Lowville, NY 13367
- In person at the Lewis County Department of Social Services
Where to Apply
- You may apply in person at the Lewis County Department of Social Services from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.
- You may apply at https://mybenefits.ny.gov/
For more information regarding the HEAP program, please visit:
https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/