Westar Energy customer advisors are assisting Low Income Energy Assistance Program applicants over the upcoming weeks in communities served by Westar. Applications are being accepted through March 29th.

Applicants will need utility account numbers, proof of income and Social Security numbers for all members of their household.  The schedule to obtain assistance includes February 5th in Junction City from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Workforce Center at 1012 West 6th Street A.

LIEAP is a federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit,