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Energy & Utility Assistance

Older adults sometimes make dangerous choices when they cannot afford to properly heat/cool their homes. Several benefits can help with energy and utility assistance needs, such as LIHEAP and weatherization programs.
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4 Steps You Can Take to Get Help Paying for Your Utility Bills

Oct 31, 2025
Winter is coming—and so are those high heating bills. Learn where older adults with low income can turn for energy assistance.

What Is the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program?

Dec 01, 2025
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) offers financial assistance to help you stay comfortably warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

What Is Weatherization Assistance?

Aug 08, 2024
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides free weatherization services to help households with low income save on energy costs. Find out how it can help older adults.

Where Can I Get Help Paying My Water Bill?

Oct 15, 2024
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Energy Assistance Benefits

Aug 08, 2024
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BenefitsCheckUp® makes it easy to find benefits to help you pay for food, medicine, health care, and more. Find out how to get help today.

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Benefits Programs That Can Help Older Adults Reduce Monthly Expenses

Dec 10, 2025
Inflation hits older adults hard. Discover crucial benefits programs that help bridge the gap between income and the rising costs of daily living.

How Do Benefits Enrollment Centers Help Older Adults?

Dec 10, 2025

LIHEAP for Public Housing Residents: What Older Adults Need to Know

Dec 01, 2025

Energy Assistance Programs Beyond LIHEAP: Help for Low-Income Households

Oct 31, 2025

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Eldercare Locator

The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Whether help is needed with services such as meals, home care or transportation, the Eldercare Locator can point you in the right direction.

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