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Rockford Human Services Department

555 North Court Street Rockford, IL - 61103

(844) 710-6919

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About Rockford Human Services Department

Last-Modified: 2023-08-10 22:00:34

Rockford Human Services Departmentoffers Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for eligible residents in Winnebago and Boone Counties is available.

LIHEAP pays a benefit directly to energy companies for heating costs on behalf of eligible households or directly to eligible renters if all energy costs are included in their rent.

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