Applications for heating assistance now being accepted
The programs, administered by the Department of Social Services, give eligible families a one-time cash payment to help with heating bills.
RALEIGH -- With the cold weather fast approaching, North Carolinians can now apply for help with their energy bills. Low-income energy assistance programs are starting up statewide beginning Monday morning.
The programs, administered by the Division of Social Services, give eligible families a one-time cash payment to help with heating bills.
Families can apply for assistance from now through Nov. 13. All eligible households will receive a check in the mail in February.
To be eligible families must meet all of the following criteria:
• The household must be at or below 110 percent of poverty level, which means bringing in less than $2,022 a month for a family of four.
• The household must be responsible for the heating bills.
• Household assets can not be more than $2,200
• The household must include a U.S. citizen.
Click here for more information about the program in your area.