NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PSE&G is
reminding customers that the Low Income Home Energy Assistance
Program (LIHEAP) is now taking applications for the 2012 heating
season. PSE&G heating customers typically receive about
$300 toward their winter heating
bills.
"We know there are many families who still are not aware of the
Low Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the additional
Emergency LIHEAP assistance that may be available to them," said
Joseph A. Forline, PSE&G's vice
president for customer operations. "We want to make sure those
families struggling through this economic downturn take advantage
of all the available assistance."
LIHEAP
PSE&G customers who meet the guidelines for LIHEAP may be
eligible to receive an average of $300 toward their utility bill. To receive
assistance, they must pay their heating costs directly, pay their
landlord according to their usage, or have their heating included
in their rent. They must meet income guidelines for a household of
their size and show proof of last month's income. Those who
recently lost their jobs or are working reduced hours may now
qualify for assistance. Homeowners are also eligible and
should apply.
To see if your household meets the state income guidelines and
where to apply, visit www.pseg.com/help or call 1-800-510 3102
Monday – Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm.
Applications also are available at the PSE&G's 16 walk-in
Customer Service Centers listed on your bill. Remember,
applications must be submitted by April 30,
2012.
UNIVERSAL SERVICE FUND (USF)
Customers who apply for LIHEAP automatically are also screened
for the New Jersey Board of Public
Utilities' Universal Service Fund (USF), a program that can make
electric and gas bills more affordable by providing from
$5 to $150 per month toward their
PSE&G bill.. This program considers income, the amount of
electric and gas used and any other benefits customers may already
be receiving on their utility bill. Applications for USF are the
same application that is used for LIHEAP and are accepted year
round.
OTHER PROGRAMS
PSE&G households that are not eligible for low income
programs should visit www.pseg.com/help for other programs like the
TRUE Grant. Seniors and disabled adults collecting Social Security
Disability may be eligible for the New Jersey Lifeline program.
"These and other payment assistance programs are very helpful to
our customers, and we hope all eligible households will take
advantage of them," Forline said. "In addition, there are other
ways PSE&G can help customers manage their bills, including
spreading out payments to make things easier on your budget. What's
important to remember is that if you find you're struggling with
your bills, always give us call right away. We will work with you
as best we can."
Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) is
New Jersey's oldest and largest
regulated gas and electric delivery utility, serving nearly
three-quarters of the state's population. PSE&G is the
winner of the ReliabilityOne Award for superior electric system
reliability. PSE&G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise
Group Incorporated (PSEG) (NYSE: PEG), a diversified energy company
(www.pseg.com).
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