Additional Programs

The Home Energy Assistance Program provides one payment per year to utility companies for low-income persons. Customers may apply for the assistance through The Central Valley Opportunity Center who will complete the application, determine customer eligibility and the amount of payment to be made to the utility company based on the guidelines provided by the State. To be eligible for  the Home Energy Assistance Program the customer’s income must be at or below 130 percent of the Poverty Level as published each year in the Federal Register. Customers must reside in Stanislaus County and must be documented residents.

More information about the Central Valley Opportunity Center’s Energy Assistance Programs can be found here or, by calling (209) 537-9217.

The Energy Crisis Intervention Program provides one payment per year to utility companies for low-income customers that have received a 48-Hour Shut Off Notice or, if a senior citizen or disabled person, have received a 15-Day Shut Off Notice. This program also provides assistance to customers in obtaining propane and firewood for heating and repair or replacement of heating sources. Eligibility for the Energy Crisis Intervention Program is the same as it is for the Home Energy Assistance Program except a 48-Hour or 15 Day Shut Off Notice from the Utility Company must have been received by the client prior to application.

The Salvation Army Energy Assistance Program is available for those households that have experienced hardships. Qualified customers within TID’s service territory that need assistance can receive up to $300 towards their TID bills. The program focuses on the need of the household and not just the household income levels.

If you are in need of assistance in paying your energy bill, please contact the Salvation Army regarding this program.

Selection and assistance granted is at the discretion of The Salvation Army.