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Where to Get Help Paying Utility Bills in Oklahoma

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By Brian Brown
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Residents of the state of Oklahoma have a variety of resources available for utility bill payment assistance. These range from state and federally funded agencies to private, not-for-profit organizations. Read on to learn where to get help paying utility bills in Oklahoma.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • List of past-due utility bills, including any collection or disconnection notices
  • List of income and assets
  1. Step 1

    Contact the utility provider. Try to arrange a payment plan to erase the past-due balance or see if the utility company has discount or assistance programs available.

  2. Step 2

    Contact the Oklahoma Association of Community Action Agencies at (405) 949-1495. The association is a statewide group made up of 18 private and non-profit community action agencies set up to help low-income families and other qualified individuals with energy and utility assistance. Proof of financial need and income are required for most of the services provided.

  3. Step 3

    Contact the Oklahoma Department of Human Services at (405) 521-3646. The organization administers the federally-funded Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and helps low-income households with winter heating and summer cooling costs as well as weatherizing programs. Eligible households are also entitled to discounts on electricity bills and basic home phone service. Acceptance in the program is subject to income guidelines.

  4. Step 4

    Check with local town or city governments about general assistance programs, which may help residents with immediate energy needs. Also, check with churches that have energy assistance programs.

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