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Family Electric Rate Assistance Program (FERA)
This program helps you lower your monthly electric and natural gas bills if you have limited income and are a customer of one of the following energy companies:
- Southern California Edison
- San Diego Gas and Electric Company
- Pacific Gas and Electric Company
You may be able to get 18% off your monthly electricity bill.
How do I apply?
To apply for this program, please contact your utility company and request an application form.
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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.

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