We are happy to announce that the C.A.M.P.
A C.A.M.P. Representative will be here to help with the application process on Thursdays from 1 to 4 pm -first come first served basis.
There will be a Bi-lingual Interpreter here, Graciela — our Information Specialist
Please let your neighbors know
More on the program:
Energy Assistance Program
Many people in Seattle are facing financial hardship, especially in these tough economic times. Our Energy Assistance Program provides financial assistance through LIHEAP and PSE HELP to help low-income families and individuals pay home heating bills and minimize future home heating costs.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Through the federally funded program LIHEAP, CAMP helps over 9,000 households, providing over $4 million in assistance annually. LIHEAP offers the following services:
- Heating utility payment assistance of up to $1,000 per program year (usually Novmeber to July)
- Energy conservation education
- Dysfunctional heating system repair or replacement up to $5,000
- Broken or inoperable window repair or replacement up to $1,000
Puget Sound Energy HELP (PSE HELP)
PSE HELP provides assistance with the cost of natural gas consumption to qualified Puget Sound Energy (PSE) customers with an account in their name or in the name of a member of their household. PSE HELP offers the following services:
- Natural gas bill payment assistance up to $1,000 per program year (usually October to September)
Eligibility
| Household Size | LIHEAP (Net Monthly Income) |
PSE HELP (Net Monthly Income) |
| 1 | $1,128 | $1,354 |
| 2 | $1,518 | $1,822 |
| 3 | $1,908 | $2,289 |
| 4 | $2,298 | $2,757 |
| 5 | $2,688 | $3,224 |
| 6 | $3,078 | $3,692 |
| 7 | $3,468 | $4,159 |
| 8 | $3,858 | $4,626 |
| 9 | $4,248 | $5,200 |
What to Bring to Your Appointment
To complete your application, you will need photocopies of the following documents. Do not send the originals – we will need to retain these documents to process your application.
- Social Security Number verification for all household members 18 years or older. This may include a copy of Social Security Cards or medical, legal, education documents with the Social Security Number printed on it.
- Verification of all children living in the household. (Medical coupon, birth certificate, or social security card)
- Income verification for the past three months for each household member over 18 years of age. This may be in the form of check stubs, bank statements, receipts, etc.
- Current Lease, Rental Agreement, or rent receipt if you are currently renting your home
- A mortgage coupon or property tax statement if you are a home owner
- Current gas or electricity bill. If your heat is included with rent, please have a “Heat Included with Rent” form completed by your Housing manager.
- Valid Picture ID
- Signed and dated “Applicant Fact Sheet”
- Signed and dated “Energy Saving Tips” sheet
- Signed and dated Application
Comment from Belinda Olvera
Time January 10, 2011 at 4:59 pm
How strict is the income requirements. There are two of us and we make about 1900 a month. We are needing help with our PSE bill. We are low income. 1 person employed at 13 an hour. I am unemployed not receiving Unemployment benefits but receiving food stamps. Thank you.