How to Pay a Utility Bill With Help From LIHEAP
Sometimes people struggle to pay basic bills. Utility costs have increased significantly and you may be having trouble keeping up with the cost of living. The federal government has set up an agency that can help you pay your electrical power bill or natural gas or other heating bill. Low Income Home Energy Assistance or LIHEAP exists to meet your need in time of crisis.
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Instructions
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Wait for a final notice on your power bill. The agency requires that you bring in a final notice bill.
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Make an appointment with your LIHEAP provider. They are usually accessible through your local social services office, or you can call 211 to find out where the nearest LIHEAP is located.
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Gather the information that you'll need to complete the application process. Financial documents such as bank statements or recent pay stubs will be needed. You'll also need the Social Security numbers of everybody in the household.
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Arrive on time for your appointment. The amount of help you are eligible to receive will depend on your income and household information. If LIHEAP agrees to pay only a portion of the bill, you will be responsible for the remainder.
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Pay the portion of the bill that LIHEAP has left you responsible for. After you have paid, notify the social worker so that she can call the utility company and commit to paying the rest. You may continue to receive final notices until the LIHEAP checks are received by the utility company.
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Tips & Warnings
You may qualify for LIHEAP assistance every six months.
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