CALIFORNIA UTILITY ASSISTANCE
LOW-INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
LIHEAP is a federally funded program aimed to assist low-income households that pay a high portion of their income to meet their energy needs. LIHEAP is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Community Services.There are several portions of the program that help accomplish this goal, such as:
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) provides one-time financial assistance to help balance an eligible household's utility bill.
The Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) provides assistance to low-income households that are in a crisis situation. Such an example would be a household receiving a 24-48 hour disconnect notice or service termination by their utility company. Another example would be a household facing an energy-related crisis that could be deemed potentially life-threatening in the household, such as a combustible appliance.
LIHEAP Weatherization provides free energy efficiency upgrades to low-income households to lower their monthly utility bills while also improving the health and safety of the household's occupants.
Education on basic energy efficiency practices and instruction on the proper use and maintenance of installed weatherization measures.
Energy budget counseling.
For more information, please, visit their website at: California Department of Community Services and Development
home energy assistance program
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps income-eligible households pay their energy bill or heating fuel provider. Eligible homeowners or renters may qualify to have specific payment amount credited to their electric utility account or receive financial assistance in obtaining firewood, propane, pellets or heating oil. In addition to the credit on their utility bill, eligible households will receive valuable information about energy conservation and practical tips on how to save money on energy costs.
Priority is given to the elderly, disabled and families with children under age 5. Eligible El Dorado and Alpine County residents may apply for this program.
For additional information, please, visit their website at: www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanServices/Family%20Services/Pages/home_energy_assistance_program.aspx
To make an appointment, please call 530-621-6150.
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State energy assistance
The federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low income households with energy costs. It is administrated by the California Department of Community Services and Development through local agencies.
Project HELP
Project HELP is a nonprofit program administrated by The Salvation Army. To see if you qualify for assistance, please contact the office nearest you: 916-563-3787
For more information, please, visit their website at: www.pacificpower.net/my-account/payments/bill-payment-assistance.html
California Alternate Rates for Energy/Family Electric Rate Assistance Programs
Low-income customers that are enrolled in the CARE program receive a 30-35 percent discount on their electric bill and a 20 percent discount on their natural gas bill. FERA reduces electric bills for qualified households by 18%.
Eligible customers are those whose total household income is at or below the income limits indicated below.
For more information, please, visit their website at: www.cpuc.ca.gov/lowincomerates
NEVADA UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Department of Health and Human Services Division of Welfare and Supportive Services
The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) provides a supplement to assist qualifying low-income Nevadans with the cost of home energy. Nevada's EAP program has two funding sources, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) federal block grant and state revenue generated from Nevada's Universal Energy Charge (UEC).
The EAP program year begins July 1st and applications are accepted through June 30th. Applications are evaluated year round or until funding is exhausted. Eligible households receive an annual, one-time per year benefit customarily paid directly to their energy provider(s).
For more information, please, visit their website: dwss.nv.gov/Energy/1_Energy_Assistance
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Payment Arrangement
Pay your balance with one, two or three payments made weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.
Automatic Monthly Payments
Pay your energy bill through an automatic withdrawal from your bank account on the date your bill is due.
Equal Pay
Take charge of your finances and avoid high seasonal bills by paying the same amount each month.
SAFE (Northern Nevada)
Help for northern Nevadans who, through income limitations or other unusual circumstances, find themselves in a situation where they are having difficulty paying their utility bills.
Nevada Energy Assistance Program
The Division of Welfare and Supportive Services' Energy Assistance Program helps reduce energy bills by making payments directly to the energy company on your behalf.
Other Assistance Programs
Nevada 211
A statewide system that connects callers to free information about critical health and human services available in their community.
Third Party Protection Plan
To help prevent disconnects, we'll notify the friend, relative or agency of your choice when your service is in jeopardy because of an unpaid bill, so they can help provide you with a friendly reminder or other assistance.
Assistance for Sensory Impaired
Hearing and/or speech impaired customers can communicate directly with Customer Service 24/7 by dialing 711 from teletype transmitting equipment (TTY).
Weatherization Assistance
A state-administered program that helps qualified Nevadans reduce their energy bills by helping them improve the energy efficiency of their home.
Green Cross (Life Support Equipment)
Advance notification of scheduled outages is available for customers and their household dependents who rely on electrically-operated medical equipment 24/7.
Senior and Disabled Customers
We are concerned about our elderly and vulnerable customers. If there is a permanent resident living in your home who is seriously ill, disabled or 62 years of age or older, please call us so we can update your account information.
STUDENTS
Many financial aid opportunities are only available to people from specific demographics. Native American scholarships and grants aim to support one of the most underrepresented, and often poverty-stricken, groups in the nation, ensuring college is accessible.