Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP and USF) - Sussex Office | Northwest NJ Community Action Partnership (NORWESCAP)

17 Church St, Newton, NJ 07860

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

Drop Box available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Call Center Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

908-454-4778

Voice

https://norwescap.org/what-we-do/energy-assistance/

[email protected]

Languages

English

Interpretation services

English

Application process

Visit the website to apply or call to obtain an application.Applications can be submitted via:Email (Preferred): [email protected] Fax: 908-454-3768 USPS Mail: Norwescap LIHEAP 350 Marshall St. Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

Fees

None.

Service area

Sussex County, NJ

Description

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 OverviewAssists 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 OverviewOffers 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.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance Gas Service Payment Assistance Electric Service Payment Assistance

Providing organization

Northwest NJ Community Action Partnership (NORWESCAP)

Offers a comprehensive array of strategies, programs, and services. Creates opportunities to improve the lives of low-income individuals and families.