Energy Assistance for Winter 2021-2022
The Greenwich Department of Human Services is reminding residents that there is help with energy bills for those whose incomes fall below 60% of the State Median Income Guidelines and those facing financial hardship. (For a family of 4 this is equal to $75,052, gross annual income.) The State of Connecticut has several energy programs that assist in ensuring the safety of residents. Operation Fuel and The Town of Greenwich also offers some assistance to Greenwich residents whose incomes fall below 300% of federal poverty guidelines and meet other eligibility criteria. Residents are encouraged to apply early.
Eligible households are able to apply for:
- Connecticut Energy Assistance Program – assists with primary heating bills.
- Winter Protection Program – prevents heat source shut-offs.
- Matching Payment Program – provides forgiveness of past due balances when a payment plan is maintained over time.
- Operation Fuel –a private, non-profit statewide program that provides emergency utility bill assistance throughout the state of Connecticut to low and moderate income individuals and families, the elderly and disabled individuals who are in financial crisis. The assistance is targeted for those people who have exhausted other state or federal government benefits and programs. It is available seasonally to assist households experiencing a crisis or hardship in paying heat and non-heat utility bills. The Operation Fuel Program opened on December 6th, 2021.
For information regarding the energy programs, call the Greenwich Department of Human Services at 203-622-3800. Eligible residents can speak with a Case Manager who will determine the best program for them based on program criteria. The Case Manager will also assist with the application process. The Energy Assistance Program runs through May 31, 2022. (All services are confidential.)
The Town complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination, equal opportunity, affirmative action, and providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate, please contact the Commissioner of Human Services at 203-622-3800 or demetria.nelson@greenwichct.org as soon as possible in advance of the event.