This program is done at no cost to the client. Eligibility is determined by income (with priority given to the elderly, handicapped and families with young children).
Homeowners and renters are eligible. (Renters need landlord permission.)
(Funding provided by the Department of Energy)
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON A PROGRAM CALL
Open Year Round 8:30AM to 4:30PM
Manchester area: 160 Silver Street (603) 647-4470 or 1-800-322-1073
Nashua area: 134 Allds Street (603) 889-3440 or 1-877-211-0723
Peterborough area: 46 Concord Street (603) 924-2243 or 1-877-757-7048
Hillsborough (Monday & Friday): (603) 464-5835
Greenville (Wednesday): (603) 878-3364 Milford (Tuesday & Thursday): (603) 673-0756
Fuel Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for winter 2009-2010
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides financial assistance for heating and utility expenses to elderly, handicapped and low-income residents.
Fuel Assistance benefits from $150 to $1,125 may be available to homeowners or renters during the winter heating season. Eligibility and benefit amounts are determined by GROSS household income, household size, and annual heating costs. Income is usually counted for the 30 day period prior to the appointment date.
Fuel Assistance benefits are a grant and do not have to be paid back. The Fuel Assistance Program MAY PAY your rent up to the benefit amount if the heat is included in the rent and your rent is not subsidized. Subsidized tenants who pay their own heat should qualify for a benefit.
# of People in household: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Monthly Gross Income: $ 1,780 2,395 3,010 3,625 4,240 4,854 5,469 6,084
Annual Gross Income: $21,660 29,140 36,620 44,100 51,580 59,060 66,540 74,020
FEMA Energy Assistance
Households whose energy needs cannot be met under the State's Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may apply for FEMA Energy Assistance. Funding availability is limited.
Utility payments may be provided, but are restricted to one month's costs, and only once during a program period. This program can also pay for a minimum delivery of renewable fuels on a one-time emergency basis.
Heating Repair or Replacement Project
Services available to make energy saving improvements, such as emergency heating system repair or replacement (when funds are available). These services are available to low-income, elderly and handicapped.
(Funding provided by LIHEAP WXN)
NH Assist @ Home
Designed to help utility (electric) customers lower their operating costs by installing energy conservation measures such as:
. Insulation
. Air sealing
. Thermostats
. Hot water saving devices
. Baseload conservation
This program is available to residential customers with permanently installed electric heat. The NH utilities will pay for the home's evaluation and the installation of recommended energy conservation measures. A co-payment will be required from customers who are not low-income.
Neighbor Helping Neighbor
Provides funds for utility energy assistance (electric or natural gas) to individuals who are experiencing hardships, have disconnects pending, and are ineligible for help from the Fuel Assistance Program. To apply, contact Southern New Hampshire Services.
This non-profit charitable funding is generously supported by corporate matching contributions from customers and employees of Unitil, National Grid, and Public Service of NH. To donate, visit this website: www.nhnfund.org
Senior Energy Assistance Program (SEAS)
SEAS provides energy assistance funds in an amount of up to $270 per elderly household for individuals, 60 years of age or older, over income under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
This program secures and maintains maximum independence and dignity in a home environment for elderly individuals capable of self-care with appropriate supportive services.
Homeless Prevention
Short term assistance to families who have utility arrearages, have received eviction or utility termination notices and are at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
(Funding provided by NH Division of Behavioral Services)
Family Emergency Loan Program
This program, generously funded by St. Mary's Bank and Bellwether Credit Union, provides participants with emergency assistance loans. St. Mary's will accept applications from clients in Manchester & surrounding towns, which also includes Nashua. The loan cannot exceed $1,000, and is payable within an 18 month period. Bellwether Credit Union only accepts applications for loans up to $500 from clients in Hillsborough County. Please call any Fuel Assistance Intake Office for additional information or an appointment.
Electric Assistance Program
The Electric Assistance Program provides qualifying PSNH customers with a discount on their monthly electric bill and applications are taken year round .
New Income Eligibility Guidelines Effective As of January 23, 2009
185% Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG)
Family Size Gross Annual Gross Monthly By the Day
Income Income 30 days
For each additional person, add:
