Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP and USF) - Circle Avenue | Paterson Task Force

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

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)

Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

As of October 1st, 2024 the USF/LIHEAP program will operate on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring fully submitted applications with all required documentation to be considered for benefits. The state DCA is now paperless, and consumers must register on the DCA portal. If help is needed, visit the office for assistance. Apply online: Register for DCAid Portal

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Passaic County, NJ