Free Weatherization, Fuel Bills, and Rent for Incomes Up to $50,000
If you are within a certain income and need help paying your heating
bills, need money to make your house more energy efficient, or need
funds for urgent repairs, call your local Community Action Agency.
There are about 1,000 of them around the country to help neighborhoods.
They will also come out and check if your home or apartment needs
to be more energy efficient.
To find an agency near you, contact National Association of Community
Action Agencies, 1100 17th St., NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036;
202-265-7546; Fax: 202-265-8850; www.comcon.org
Also, your local utility can provide you with or refer you to other
programs in your area to analyze your energy usage, recommend energy
saving measures, provide fuel and utility assistance to retain or
restore service, establish payment discounts based on income and
usage, or establish affordable payment plans if you are in arrears.
Contact your local utility company to take advantage of these services.
