What is WHEAP?

The Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) provides eligible low income households with assistance for their home heating and energy costs. This program can offer a one time per heating season (October 1 - May 15) benefit to help with fuel and electric expenses and is generally paid directly to the fuel or electric supplier.

How Do I Apply?

Due to Courthouse construction and the temporary change in hours, walk-in applications will be taken Monday - Thursday at DHS in the Eau Claire County Courthouse during the following hours:

October 1 - November 30:  7:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 3:00p.m.
December 1 - May 15:  8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays by appointment only. 

Applications will be accepted at:

Department of Human Services
721 Oxford Avenue, P.O. Box 840
Eau Claire, WI  54702-0840

For information on what to bring with you when you apply, please call our Energy Assistance Information Line at (715) 839-6905.

Home Energy Plus Brochure:  http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/docview.asp?docid=23622

Home Energy Verification Checklist:  http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/docview.asp?docid=23528

Home Energy Application:  http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/docview.asp?docid=23633

Home Energy Application Completion Instructions:  http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/docview.asp?docid=23634

How can I find out more?

Related Links and Resources
Description of Program (including income guidelines)
Home Energy Plus

Tips For Saving Energy Information  http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/docview.asp?docid=16544&locid=%2025

For More information: 1- 866-HEATWIS (432-8947)