LIHWAP - Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program

Indian River County or Okeechobee residents can apply for water assistance with the Economic Opportunities Council by:
Calling 772-562-4177 to speak with Community Services Specialist (8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday)
Picking up a paper application from the drop box outside of our locations (available 24/7)
- EOC Administrative Office – 2455 St. Lucie Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32960
- Northside Head Start Center – 1798 NW 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972
To meet the criteria for this grant-funded assistance program, you must:
- Be a resident of Indian River County or Okeechobee County
- Have a household income of 150% FPL or less
- Be able to provide the following documents:
- ID card (for everyone in the household, ages 18+)
- Social Security Card (for everyone in the household)
- Proof of all income for the past 30 days (for everyone in the household)
- Proof of Address (Lease/Rental Agreement, Mortgage)
- Food Stamp Award Letter (only if you get these benefits)
- Water Bill
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to assist income-eligible families with water and wastewater costs.
Indian River County
2455 St. LucieAvenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960
772-562-4177
Okeechobee County
1798 NW 9th Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972
863-357-2240
We are no longer taking applications for Electric, Water, or Rental Assistance until further notice. Please check back periodically for updates.