LIHEAP provides energy assistance to all eligible households in the form of Propane, Fuel Oil, Electricity, and wood. We also, offer repairs & replacements for Furnaces and Water Heaters if you own your own home.
*We do not provide furnace and water heaters if you live in a Standing Rock Housing Authority unit.
Applications are accepted between October 1 through April 15.
We must receive the original application for processing. You can bring it in to the office or mail it in at the address listed below.
Department Staff
Deanne Bear Catches, Director
Office #701-854-8549
Allysa White Bull, Office Asst.
Office #701-854-8552
Address & Phone Number
Office Location:
1 Standing Rock Ave, Fort Yates, ND 58538
LIHEAP is located on the 2nd floor
Mailing address is:
P.O. Box D,
Ft Yates, ND 58538
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fri. are designated for paperwork only by council resolution.
We are available by our office telephone Dir. ext. 8549 and Office Asst. ext. 8552
In case of emergencies please call 701-301-5569
Eligibility
Eligibility is based on your income and family size. Once a household is determined eligible, the award is determined from a Matrix Chart updated each Fiscal Year.
Three important things people need to bring in when applying for assistance:
- Proof of Income last 12 months
- Proof of current light bill
- Current Identification i.e. Tribal, State, Driver’s License, or college student I.D.
- Child Custody papers
- Proof of rent or Housing authorities composition.
- SS #’s for all those listed on your application
- A signed Zero Income Declaration form for anyone over 18 listed on your application.
What steps should someone follow to request a service or apply for the program?
Come to the office and pick up an application, or you can print off an application below, take it with you and please return the original and have all supporting documentation with you.
We will be happy to make copies for you!
More Information:
Be aware of notices when LIHEAP will be in your districts to assist you with your application’s. Please bring proof of documentations with you.
Be aware of any announcements of when energy assistance is distributed, call your vendor to see when they will be delivering.
Call your vendor to check your assistance balance.
IF DENIED:
If a person is denied Tribal LIHEAP services, they can still be eligible through the state which they reside in. County or State LIHEAP offices.
Determining of which district you reside in call your local community center or district chairperson.
Call the North Dakota Community Action program for assistance.
FAQ’s
Are there Eligibility requirements?
Yes, you must be an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe or any Federally Recognized Tribe.