Utilities Assistance

Miami-Dade County Programs (LIHEAP, EHEAP & FPL Care to Share Program)

To qualify for LIHEAP or EHEAP, residents must:

• Reside in one of the following zip codes: 33030, 33033, 33034, 33035, 33039, 33090, 33092, 33031, and 33032
• Have a household income within program limits
• Provide proof of financial hardship or utility disconnection notice
• Be a U.S. citizen or have legal permanent resident status
• Be 18 years or older (60 years of age or older for EHEAP) and possess a valid State of Florida ID
• Have a valid Social Security Card for all household members (applies only to Miami-Dade County programs)
• Seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children may receive priority assistance

To qualify for FPL's Care to Share Program, residents must:

• Reside in FPL's service area.
• Have an active FPL account or reside at the service location.
• Possess identification matching the FPL account address.
• Provide a delinquent FPL bill, final notice, or disconnect notice.
• Be in imminent danger of disconnection or already disconnected.
• Demonstrate a plan to pay future bills.
• Show proof of a personal or family crisis.
• Have exhausted other available energy assistance sources, such as government-funded programs.
• Meet the United Way ALICE income guidelines.
• Sign an Authorization for Release of General and/or Confidential Information.
• Have no history of fraud or service tampering.

City of Homestead - Homestead C.A.R.E.S. Program

To qualify for Homestead CARES, residents must:

• Be an HPS Electric customer and reside at the service address (City of Homestead residents and non-residents served by HPS)
• Present a delinquent bill, final notice, or disconnection notice.
• Be at risk of disconnection or have already experienced disconnection.
• Must demonstrate a feasible plan to pay future utility bills
• Provide valid photo ID that matches the service address.
• Meet the ALICE income threshold and demonstrate financial hardship.
• Submit notarized documentation of a verifiable crisis affecting your ability to pay (e.g., job loss, medical emergency, etc.).
• Have no history of utility fraud or tampering.

Priority may be given to households with seniors (60+), children under 10, or individuals with disabilities. You will be required to upload supporting documents to verify your eligibility.

Please Note: Qualified households may receive up to a $500 credit toward their HPS electric utility bill to help prevent service disconnection. Once a household has reached the $500 threshold, they will not be eligible for additional assistance through the program for a period of twelve (12) months from the date the full award amount is issued.

Miami-Dade County Utility Assistance Programs (LIHEAP, EHEAP & FPL Care to Share Program)

Florida City/Homestead Community Resource Center

• Zip Codes Residing In: 33030, 33033, 33034, 33035, 33039, 33090, 33092
• 1600 NW 6th Court
  Florida City, FL 33034 
• LIHEAP: 305-247-2068 | EHEAP: 305-670-HELP (4357)
  
• Email Florida City/Homestead Community Resource Center

Naranja Community Resource Center

• Zip Codes Residing In: 33031 and 33032
• 13955 SW 264th Street
  Homestead, FL 33032
• LIHEAP: 305-258-5471 | EHEAP: 305-670-HELP (4357)
  
• Email the Naranja Community Resource Center

LIHEAP Application (PDF) - Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department

Florida LIHEAP Online Application

For more information, call: 786-469-4640

City of Homestead - Homestead C.A.R.E.S. Program

The Homestead C.A.R.E.S. program only accepts applications submitted online through the official application form. Paper or in-person submissions are not accepted.

To apply, please complete the online application:

• Homestead C.A.R.E.S. Application

If you need assistance completing the application or have questions about the program, please contact the Community Development and Human Services Division via email or 305-224-4408.

Miami-Dade County - LIHEAP, EHEAP, FPL Care to Share Program

To apply, you may need:

• Proof of Homestead residence (lease, utility bill, or ID)
• Income verification (pay stubs, Social Security, or unemployment benefits)
• Utility bills and disconnection notices (if applicable)
• Social Security numbers for all household members - Miami-Dade County LIHEAP and EHAP only

For more information or to check eligibility, call or visit your local assistance center.

Apply on the Florida LIHEAP website.

City of Homestead - Homestead CARES Program

To apply for the Homestead C.A.R.E.S eligible residents must complete the online application form and upload all required supporting documentation.

Steps to apply:

1. Review the eligibility requirements listed on this page.
2. Gather all required documentation, including:
   • Valid photo ID matching your service address
   • Most recent HPS utility bill
   • Delinquency or disconnection notice
   • Last two paystubs or proof of income
   • Notarized documentation of financial crisis
   • Any documentation supporting priority eligibility (e.g., for seniors, children, or persons with disabilities)
3. Complete and submit the application online

Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by the Community Development and Human Services Division. You will be contacted if additional information/documentation is needed or once a determination has been made.

If you have questions, contact us via email or call 305-224-4408.

Disclaimer: Eligibility requirements for services may vary by organization and are subject to the availability of funding. Residents are encouraged to contact each organization directly to confirm program criteria, required documentation, and application procedures.