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MAYS LANDING, N.J. (April 8, 2016) - Atlantic City Electric reminds customers they have numerous options to apply for energy assistance if they are having difficulty paying their energy bills. Registration for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) expires on April 30.
"In New Jersey, we are fortunate to have a wide range of programs that offer our customers financial assistance with their energy bills," said Alita Corbett, customer and community relations manager, Atlantic City Electric. "Through continued community outreach, we encourage residents to take advantage of the available programs offered through the state."
Low income energy assistance programs include:
Moderate income energy assistance programs include:
In addition, senior citizens and disabled adults can take advantage of Lifeline, a utility assistance program that offers $225 to persons who meet certain income guidelines. This benefit includes utility customers as well as tenants whose utility bills are included in their rent. For more information about Lifeline, call 1-800-792-9745.
Atlantic City Electric partners with community-based organizations and social service agencies throughout New Jersey to ensure that low-income and at-risk customers know about the federal dollars available to help them with their utility bills.
Customers can also contact Atlantic City Electric's Customer Care Center at 1-800-642-3780 and ask about Budget Billing or register for My Account, a web-based interactive tool that provides customers with a detailed analysis of their specific electric use and offers ways to save energy and save money on their monthly energy bill.
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