Need assitance with a utility bill? Help is available for eligible families.
Community Centers, Inc., in partnership with other agencies, will be hosting a Utility Bill Payment Assistance Program for residents living in many ZIP codes including 90043 and 90008, on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at 7518 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044 at the corner of Vermont & 76th Street.
This program can provide free assistance on your Gas or Electric Utility Bills. It is designed to help income eligible households offset their heating and cooling costs. Priority is given to the elderly, disabled, and families with young children. You must meet the low income eligibility requirements. This program is funded by the Federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program through the State of CA, DCSD. If you qualify, a credit will be posted on your account.
TO ASSIST YOU, PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING – YOU MUST HAVE ALL ITEMS BELOW:
- CURRENT ELECTRIC BILL (complete bill, all pages). Must cover at least 22 service days with meter reading.
- CURRENT BLUE GAS BILL (complete bill, all pages). Must cover at least 22 service days with meter reading.
- PROOF OF CURRENT MONTHLY INCOME Income for everyone that receives income in the household. Must cover the last 30 days.
- VALID PICTURE I. D.
- SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
- CURRENT RENT RECEIPT, SEC 8 AGREEMENT, MORTGAGE STATEMENT, OR PROPERT TAX STATEMENT
For Information, Please call (213) 989-3250
Equal Opportunity Program. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Community Centers, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability, your request should be received at least three (3) business days in advance of the need. The Community Centers, Inc TTY phone number is (323) 752-9215. For more information, you can contact Milton H. Gaines, Disability Coordinator at (323) 752-2115 ext 268.
For the official information release, please click the link: Utility Bill Event REVISED-UPDATED