I'm not sure whether to post this opportunity under Environment and Sustainability or log it with Affordable Housing.  Frankly the Weatherization and Energy Assistance programs at CEDA Neighbors at Work (1229 Emerson in Evanston) does both -

IHWAP: The Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program will evaluate the warmth of your home and make necessary home improvements to keep you warm through the winter.  Better yet, the improvements they make (some upwards of $20,000) will also help keep you cool in the summer.  Either way they'll increase the value of your home.

LIHEAP: Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program will literally pay your electric and heating bills for you!  Better yet if you apply for LIHEAP you'll also be eligible for IHWAP.

Springfield doesn't have the money for these programs: it's coming from the Fed and trickling into the coffers of the Community and Economic Development Corporation of Cook County.  Not for the fortunate, these programs aim to warm those living at 150% of the poverty level.  If you think that's cushy, look at the income requirements on the website and think again.  The good news: you can apply for both of these with Julie Prior, Outreach Services Coordinator at CEDA Neighbors at Work - (847)328-5166 Ext. 5422.  Tell her where you heard about it!  The bad news: processing these requests can take upwards of three months!  Collect the required paperwork for each program (on their website above) and call for your appointment today!