Provides assistance for those at risk of becoming homeless through rental, utility and mortgage assistance. Requires sustainable income to maintain rental/utilities/mortgage.

Processes Dollar Energy applications for electric, gas, and water service. Also assists individuals and families to apply for Customer Assistance Programs (CAP) administered directly by utility companies (e.g., Columbia Gas).

Provide emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities and seasonal programs.

Emergency Direct Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available.

Offers emergency assistance for individuals and families who are in need of help with rent/mortgage or utilities/heating fuel (includes electricity, oil, gas, coal, firewood, sewer and water.).

Provides temporary financial assistance to single individuals and families that are experiencing a housing crisis.

Provides emergency assistance for individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

Services include: Food Clothing Limited financial aid for fuel, utilities and transportation (mostly gas money for short, local trips to appointments, etc.) Aid to families who are victims of a fire Mobile canteen service (used primarily to serve fire, police and utility personnel at the scene of emergencies) Residential camp program offered one week each summer for disadvantaged youth from 7 to 12 years

Offers bill payment assistance to low-income, residential customers in a hardship situation (service terminated or in threat of termination for nonpayment). Customers are eligible for MEAF assistance every 12 months.

Provides emergency assistance up to $500 based upon funds available from the Critical Needs Emergency Fund Program. These funds can help cover items such as a major appliance repair, past due utilities, funeral expenses, and fire expenses.

Provides family services and emergency assistance. Offers services that include a food bank, clothing, and some utility assistance.

Helps residential customers maintain electric service and eliminate their past-due balance. PCAP offers a reduced bill that is based on a percentage of income and debt forgiveness. Debt forgiveness credits are applied directly to participants' electric service accounts in recognition of payments that are made on time and paid in-full.

As Council funds permit, heat and utilities aid is available and can be provided on a one time basis to any resident family or individual faced with a crisis or tragedy who are unable to make payment. Contact information to secure an application may be accessed from any affiliated church pastor or at Schuylkill Haven Borough Hall. Likewise, pass through travelers incurring an emergency may inquire from the Schuylkill Haven or PA State Police about overnight lodging and food.

Provides emergency assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis. Provides assistance for needs such as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility.

Regional electric utility provider. Provides specialized customer assistance programs such as: - Operation HELP: Pays electric bills for eligible customers. Low income PPL customers. OpHELP is administered by CAP. - OnTrack: A special payment plan that offers reduced monthly payments, protection from shutoffs and debt forgiveness. For residential customers who are struggling to pay their bills. OnTrack is administered by CAP. - Customer Assistance & Referral Evaluation Service (CARES): A personalized service for customers experiencing bill payment problems due to temporary hardship. - Rebates and Savings Programs: Offers programs to help customers save energy. Call 866-306-2479 - Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling - Appliance Rebates - Home energy surveys/energy analysis Optional billing programs include: - Budget billing which allows customers to pay about the same monthly amount all year long - Automatic Bill Payment Plan offers customers the option of automatic deduction of the bill from a checking or savings account on their monthly due date. - Payment Date Extension Plan allows customer to extend the due date of the electric bill to coincide with their monthly pension/social security check. - Double Notice Protection Plan enables customers to arrange for an individual or social service agency to receive a copy of all overdue or termination notices to alleviate problems. PPL is regulated by the Public Utility Commission

Offers the following customer assistance programs to those in need: 1) Pennsylvania Customer Assistance Program (PCAP:) Helps residential customers maintain electric service and eliminate their past-due balance. PCAP offers a reduced bill that is based on a percentage of income and debt forgiveness. Debt forgiveness credits are applied directly to participants' electric service accounts in recognition of payments that are made on time and paid in-full. The goals of PCAP are to: * Improve ability to make a payment * Reduce consumption of electricity (eligible PCAP customers must participate in WARM) * Reduce electric account debt 2) Customer Assistance & Referral Evaluation Services Program (CARES): Provides assistance on a short-term basis to payment-troubled residential customers. Based upon the circumstances, company CARES representatives make referrals to social agencies and provide information on appropriate company and/or external programs. CARES is open to: * any customer 60 years

Applications accepted in extreme emergency situations for financial assistance, which may include rent, utilities, or other financial needs. Some assistance require applicant to meet program guidelines or eligibility requirements. Referrals to other assistance providers may be determined a better fit depending on specifics of the case.

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

Services include: Food Clothing Limited financial aid for fuel, utilities and transportation (mostly gas money for short, local trips to appointments, etc.) Aid to families who are victims of a fire Mobile canteen service (used primarily to serve fire, police and utility personnel at the scene of emergencies)

Provides utility service payment assistance.

Assists customers that have difficulties paying their bill as a result of hardship and/or limited income through energy assistance grants, if available at the time of need. This program is supported by donations from PPL customers, employees, and the PPL corporation.

Provides one-time financial assistance in the form of a rent, mortgage, or utility payment for individuals who are facing eviction or a utility shutoff. Also assists with finding housing, and budgeting and money management skills.

Emergency assistance for heating, utilities and limited prescriptions.

Provides information on energy conservation techniques to lower utility bills; education on common home repairs that yield the most savings; utility assistance and weatherization programs available to low- and moderate-income families; home repair programs for housing preservation; and developing a budget to manage household expenses. Provides assistance with the following programs and applications:

• Budget Counseling/Energy Counseling
• Emergency Oil Assistance
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
• Low Income Conservation Assistance Program (LICAP)
• Rain Water Barrels
• Utility Assistance
• Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)
• Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Applications
• Water Conservation

Provides screening for individuals who want to apply for a Dollar Energy Fund grant.