The Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Economic Opportunities Commission, 1201 W. Pullen St., will begin its winter crisis utility bill assistance program at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19.
The low-income home energy assistance program (LIHEAP) winter portion will assist with gas, electric and propane bills.
EOC will accept applications Monday through Wednesday from 8-11 a.m. or until the capacity is met, according to a news release.
EOC will open the program in Jefferson, Grant, Cleveland, Arkansas and Lincoln counties.
Applicants for LIHEAP assistance must meet income guidelines. For a household of one, monthly countable income is $1,636. For each additional person in the household, add $94.
Independent reporting for Pine Bluff & Jefferson County since 1879.
To apply for assistance, the applicant should bring a copy of the household’s gas and electric bills, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or ID, proof of the previous month’s income and dates of birth for all household members.
Additional information may be required during the interview process. Failure to provide the requested information may result in delay or denial of assistance.
Details: EOC, 870-536-0046.