Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

THE 2023-24 ENERGY SEASON FOR LIHEAP IS NOW CLOSED!

Please check back in October 2024 when the season opens again.

For over 20 years, La Casa de Don Pedro has helped eligible low-income households in Essex County manage the costs of home heating and energy.

How Do I Know If I Qualify for LIHEAP/USF?

Households earning at or below 60% of the state median income level may be eligible. Only your most recent monthly income counts, so if you’re behind on bills due to unemployment or other financial crises, you may now qualify. Both homeowners and renters are eligible and should apply.

Household Size	Monthly Gross Income
1	$3,676
2	$4,807
3	$5,938
4	$7,069
5	$8,200
6	$9,331
7	$9,543
8	$9,755
9	$9,968
10	$10,180

PSE&G Customer Service Centers:

PSE&G has a Customer Service Center at 80 Park Plaza, Newark, NJ where you can go for LIHEAP/USF assistance as well. Their hours are Mondays and Thursdays from 8:00am – 4:00pm and Fridays from 8:00am – 3:00pm.

They also have a Customer Service Center at 59 Main Street, West Orange, NJ which is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:00am – 4:00pm.

LIHEAP/USF Documents

Other Resources:

La Casa also provides Weatherization Assistance to eligible families to help conserve energy and reduce energy costs for renters, homeowners, and owners of multi-family buildings. Energy conservation measures can include heating unit repairs/replacement, insulation and other measures.

Residents of other New Jersey counties can click HERE for a listing of local agencies that administer the LIHEAP, USF, and Weatherization.