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Lifeline Program
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This program gives you assistance in paying for your utilities through three different programs:
- Lifeline Credit Program provides a credit of $225 on your electric and gas utility bills.
- Tenants Lifeline Assistance Program provides a $225 check to you if the cost of gas and electric utilities is included in your rent.
- Special Utility Supplement provides an additional cash benefit (a supplement of up to $18.75 per month) to your SSI checks if you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This cash amount is provided in place of a Lifeline Utility credit or Tenants Lifeline Assistance payment.
How do I apply?
To apply for this program, please print and fill out the application form. For more information about the program, you can contact your local Area Agencies on Aging.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.
Get Help from a Benefits Enrollment Center
Start Enrollment or Ask Questions
A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.
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