Help With Your Utility Bills: New Jersey

If you need help paying your utility bills, contact one of these organizations.

	New Jersey Department of Human Services Energy Assistance Programs - financial assistance programs for low-income residents to help pay winter heating bills.   Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - To find out if your're eligible for this assistance, or if you are in an emergency heating situation, call (800) 510-3102   For information on assistance from the Universal Service Fund (USF), call (866) 240-1347
	New Jersey Statewide Heating Assistance and Referral for Energy Services (SHARES) - provides non-profit assistance to individuals and families that need temporary help in paying their energy bills   For eligibility information, contact a New Jersey Shares intake center
	Lifeline utility assistance for seniors - (800) 792-9745
	Be sure to also contact your utility company for information on any utility payment options or other types of assistance.
	Make your home more energy efficient