LEAP is a federally-funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors, and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. While the program is not intended to pay the entire cost of home heating, we aim to help alleviate some of the burdens that come with Colorado's colder months.
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Apply to LEAP
To apply:
- Call 719-383-3168
- Visit the LEAP office in Room 102 of the Otero County Courthouse
- Visit Colorado's LEAP Homepage
(Please note that applications from the state web site are not available until November 1 of each program year.)
Submit LEAP Application
To submit application:
- In person- Room 102 of the Otero County Courthouse
- Mail- Otero County Department of Human Services, 13 W 3rd St, Room 102, La Junta CO 81050
- Email- ocdhs@oterogov.org
- Fax- 719-383-3150
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Heating Repair/Replacement
Other benefits provided by LEAP include repair or replacement of a home's primary heating system, such as a furnace or wood-burning stove.
- Call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) to have an application mailed to you.
- Pick up an application from any county department of social or human services.
Qualifying for LEAP
To qualify for LEAP you must:
- Pay heating costs to an energy provider, fuel dealer, or as part of your rent.
- Be a permanent legal resident of the United States and Colorado or have household members who are U.S. citizens.
- Provide proof of lawful, verifiable presence in the U.S.
- Have income that falls within the guidelines given below. "Household" means people who live with you and for whom you are financially responsible.
Guidelines for the 2023-2024 Program Year
HOUSEHOLD SIZE | MAXIMUM GROSS MONTHLY INCOME (60% of State Median Income) |
1 | $3,081 |
2 | $4,030 |
3 | $4,978 |
4 | $5,926 |
5 | $6,875 |
6 | $7,823 |
7 | $8,001 |
8 | $8,179 |
| EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON | add $177 |