NEW JERSEY NATURAL GAS HOSTS ENERGY ASSISTANCE DAYS TO BRING SUPPORT CLOSER TO HOME FOR CUSTOMERS

WALL, N.J. – Throughout September, October and early November, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) will hold its annual Energy Assistance Days, featuring 27 events throughout Monmouth, Ocean and Morris counties in advance of the winter heating season. At these in-person events, customers can meet one-on-one with NJNG representatives and local community action agencies to learn about available energy assistance programs to help pay their energy bills, determine eligibility and receive support with the application process. Customers can also explore ways to better manage their energy costs and improve home comfort throughout the year. In addition, customers who are behind on their natural gas bills may qualify for payment arrangements to help bring their accounts current. 

“Every household’s situation is unique, and Energy Assistance Days events connect customers with resources that best fit their individual energy needs,” said Maria Delaplain, manager of Customer Outreach at New Jersey Natural Gas. “Many people are surprised to learn they may qualify for assistance.” For example, a family of four with a household income of up to $164,337 may be eligible. NJNG’s Energy Assistance team now processes applications for first-time applicants, making it easier for customers to access available support.

Bilingual representatives from both NJNG’s Energy Assistance team and the local community action agencies will be available to help customers navigate available grants and determine eligibility.  Representatives will also provide guidance throughout the application process for a variety of assistance programs, including:

• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)*
• Universal Service Fund (USF)*
• Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (PAGE) *
• NJ SHARES Energy Assistance Grant*

To apply for assistance, customers must bring the following current documents:

• Social Security cards for all household members.
• Households where no member has a social security card may apply for USF* ONLY.
• Government-issued ID
• Proof of residence — mortgage/tax bill or lease from landlord
• Recent natural gas and electricity bills
• Proof of income for all household members over the age of 18 including, but not limited to, employment/pay stubs, unemployment, SSI, pension, self-employment federal tax income, rental income and TANF

Income-eligible customers may also qualify for no-cost** weatherization programs from New Jersey Comfort Partners Program* or NJNG* to help them lower their energy usage.

For a list of event dates and locations and program information, visit njng.com/energyassistance or contact 800-221-0051 and say “energy assistance” at the prompt.

*Terms and conditions apply. This program is independent of NJNG.

**Terms and conditions apply. You must be a NJNG residential customer whose primary residence is a single- or in a multifamily dwelling with up to three units. You must own your home for a minimum of one year. Homes 0-5 years old or under a builder’s warranty are excluded. Both renters and homeowners must meet the income guidelines. If you’re a renter, you must obtain consent from your landlord. This offer is subject to change, including termination, without prior notice. Visit savegreen.com/residential/income-qualified programs/home-weatherization for more information.

About New Jersey Resources

New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR) is a diversified energy infrastructure and energy services company that provides safe and reliable natural gas and clean energy services, including transportation, distribution, asset management and home services. NJR is composed of five primary businesses:

• New Jersey Natural Gas, NJR’s principal subsidiary, operates and maintains natural gas transportation and distribution infrastructure to serve customers in New Jersey’s Monmouth, Ocean and parts of Morris, Middlesex, Sussex and Burlington counties.
• Clean Energy Ventures invests in, owns and operates solar projects providing residential and commercial customers with low-carbon solutions.
• Energy Services manages a diversified portfolio of natural gas transportation and storage assets and provides physical natural gas services and customized energy solutions to its customers across North America.
• Storage and Transportation serves customers from local distributors and producers to electric generators and wholesale marketers through its ownership of Leaf River Energy Center and the Adelphia Gateway Pipeline, as well as a 50% equity ownership in the Steckman Ridge natural gas storage facility.
• Home Services provides service contracts as well as heating, central air conditioning, water heaters, standby generators and other indoor and outdoor comfort products to residential homes throughout New Jersey.

NJR and its nearly 1,300 employees are committed to helping customers save energy and money by promoting conservation and encouraging efficiency through Conserve to Preserve® and initiatives such as SAVEGREEN®.

For more information about NJR visit www.njresources.com

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