The Housing and Weatherization Unit offers energy, utility, and weatherization assistance programs in Colusa, Glenn, and Trinity Counties.
For more information or assistance, please call (530) 865-6129 or toll-free at 1-800-287-8711.
Utility Assistance
The Utility Assistance Program provides utility assistance to eligible households in Colusa, Glenn, and Trinity Counties. Utility assistance can help households in meeting their energy costs. Assistance is in the form of either a credit on your electric/gas utility bill, propane/oil account, or in the form of voucher for wood. Assistance is also available to households that may need repair or replacements of their current gas heating units due to possible health or safety issues.
You may request an application by mail for utility assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Call 530-934-1484 and leave a voicemail message with your name and address, and an application will be mailed to you. You may also download a LIHEAP application for utility assistance by visiting the resources section of our website. Or go to CALiheapApply(link is external) to fill out an online application.
Completed LIHEAP applications, along with all required documentation, should be mailed to:
Glenn County Community Action Department / LIHEAP
345 Yolo St.
Orland, CA 95963
If you have a 48-hour notice, you may come to the Community Action main office located at 345 Yolo St in Orland and someone will be able to help you. For specific locations in your area, please contact one of the phone numbers listed above.
2026 LIHEAP Income Eligibility
Persons In Household | Monthly Income |
1 | $3,331.66 |
2 | $4,356.83 |
3 | $5,382.00 |
4 | $6,407.16 |
5 | $7,432.25 |
6 | $8,457.41 |
7 | $8,649.66 |
8 | $8,841.83 |
9 | $9,034.08 |
10* | $9,226.25 |
Weatherization Program
Weatherization services are available to households that meet income eligibility requirements. These services may include attic insulation and ventilation, door weather-stripping, glass replacement, low-flow showerheads, and gas appliance replacement. Together, these improvements help conserve energy and lower utility costs. Services are offered to both homeowners and renters in Colusa, Glenn, and Trinity Counties.
To request an application, please call 530-934-1484 Monday through Friday, between 8 AM and 5 PM.
If you are experiencing an urgent issue with your heating or cooling system or water heater, you are welcome to visit one of our offices for assistance. To find the location nearest you, please call one of the numbers listed above.