Energy Assistance Program through Brightpoint (Allen and nearby counties)
Fort Wayne/Allen County and northeast Indiana · Checked 2026-10-28
The doctor decides whether this applies; we never suggest wording for the letter.
Get these first
a utility bill; proof of income
Steps
We don't have step-by-step directions for this yet. Use the official details below.
Is it still open?
Open as of 2026-10-28
The EAP Application and all required documentation must be submitted to the Brightpoint office by April 30, 2027. (Source date: 2026-10-28) Official source
Official details
- What you can get
- helps pay a portion of winter heating bills Official source
- Who can get it
- Energy Assistance benefits are available to households with a combined annual income at or below 60% of State Median income levels. Official source
- What to bring
- Not confirmed yet
- How to apply
- Call 1-800-589-3506, press 1 and follow the prompts for Utility Assistance. Official source
- Where to apply
- Drop off at your local office (drop boxes are available) Official source
- Who decides
- Not confirmed yet
- How fast they decide
- Utility Assistance applications require 55 days for processing. Official source
- Keep your benefits during an appeal
- Not confirmed yet
- If a doctor's letter is needed
- Disability Medical Statement Official source
Sources
- https://www.mybrightpoint.org/index.php/utility-assistance/ checked 2026-10-28


