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Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP and USF) - Garfiled Office Midland Ave | Greater Bergen Community Action (GBCA)

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Resource Name:Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP and USF) - Garfiled Office Midland Ave | Greater Bergen Community Action (GBCA)

address

529 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ 07026

Eligibility

LIHEAP applicant household must be responsible for home heating or cooling costs, either directly or included in the rent, and have gross income at or below 60% of the NJ State Median Income level. USF applicant household must have gross income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level, and must pay more than 2% of annual income on electricity or more than 2% on natural gas - or, if electric heat, more than 4% on electricity. Recipients must reside at the address provided on their utility account, and USF benefits will only be offered to the person/head of household listed on the utility account

Required documents

Application form, Social Security number/proof of citizenship, driver's license/proof of address, current utility bills/debts, proof of income/employment/unemployment benefits, proof of home ownership/rental lease (e.g. rental agreement, Section 8 housing voucher)

Hours

Every other Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
201-342-7452

Fax

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Fax

201-488-5100, ext. 7044

Voice

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Main Phone

Application process

Complete an application obtained online or from the Application Agency. Submit it in person unless the applicant is 60 and older or approved for mail-in submission. Call the agency to schedule an appointment. Open every other Friday starting May 8th, 2026

Fees

None

Service area

Bergen County, NJ

Assist low-income households in managing energy costs and maintaining safe, affordable utility service through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Universal Service Fund (USF).

LIHEAP Overview

Assists with heating and medically necessary cooling costs during designated program periods. Provides regular seasonal benefits and may offer emergency assistance for households facing shut-off or fuel shortages. Payments are typically made directly to the utility company or fuel supplier, ensuring continuity of service.Available to both homeowners and renters who meet income and residency requirements.

USF Overview

Offers monthly credits on electric and/or gas bills to reduce ongoing energy costs. Designed for households that spend a significant portion of their income on energy. Helps prevent service interruptions and promotes long-term affordability.