CIP – Crisis Intervention Program & LIEAP Low Income Energy Assistance Program

Please note that Gaston County provides assistance with utility services through the Consolidated Energy Assistance Program Application.

• The Low Income Energy Assistance (LIEAP) provides a one-time annual vendor payment to help eligible families pay their heating expenses.
• The Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) serves individuals and families who are experiencing or in danger of experiencing a heating or cooling-related crisis.

Visit the link below for more information:

https://policies.ncdhhs.gov/wp-content/uploads/DSS-8178-ia-Consolidated-Energy-Assistance-Program-Application.pdf