Utility Service Payment Assistance Code: BV-8900.9300 Programs that pay all or a portion of the utility bills of people whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off including any reconnection fees that may apply. Also included are non-emergency programs like those funded through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also referred to as LIEAP or HEAP in some states, that provide home energy assistance, generally in the form of a credit, for low-income households that apply. The assistance is usually available once per calendar year (or heating season). Utility bill payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements. See Also: Temporary Financial Assistance (NT) Utility Bill Payment Plan Negotiation Assistance (BV-8900.9120) At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs (BH-0500) Links: |
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