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New Jersey Guide to Meeting Basic Utility Needs
Local and State Resources Available Now to Assist with Increasing Utility Costs and Related Expenses
DOWNLOAD THE FULL 2009/2010 ENERGY AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE GUIDE (PDF)
The purpose of this Assistance Guide is to connect New Jersey residents affected by the increasing cost of utilities with established programs throughout the state that have been designed to ease their financial burdens. The Guide lists information on many programs and agencies. Updates and verification are on-going.
This Guide begins with a description of the programs and services that are available throughout the state and continues with listings of local contact information and links to associated applications and income eligibility tables where it is applicable. This information can be found by clicking on the links to your right, in the gold box.
Many individuals and families in our state are facing very difficult financial hardships due to our sluggish economy. If you are unable to pay your utility bills or are finding it increasingly difficult, reach out for help by exploring public assistance programs and call your utility company to find out about the services and payment options that they offer that might be of assistance to you.
You are encouraged to dial “2-1-1” 24 hours a day, seven days a week if you need help in understanding and finding available assistance services. Language translation and TTY services are offered to any caller. You can also search the database of services in your local community or Chat Live with an experienced community resource specialist. 2-1-1 will help identify with you the best local resources to fit your individual needs during times of financial distress or for life’s everyday situations.
Page last modified on 11.30.09
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