Norwescap Housing and Energy Services
(908) 454-4778
Phillipsburg
Norwescap Housing and Energy Services proudly assist low-income individuals and families with their heating and cooling costs to alleviate the burden and stressors associated with high energy and utility costs.
The programs offered through Norwescap Housing and Energy Services include:
- LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
- Weatherization Assistance Program
- USF (Universal Service Fund)
- Safe & Affordable Housing
Universal Service Fund (USF)
The USF program was created by the Board of Public Utilities to help make energy bills more affordable for low-income customers. The program provides funds to assist eligible households to lower the amount that they have to pay for their gas and electric bills. Eligible applicants must apply for LIHEAP to receive consideration for USF.
Safe & Affordable Housing
The Safe Housing Program assists with small home repairs to improve the health, safety, and well-being of the elderly. Must be a senior citizen. There are no income guidelines for applications to be considered.
Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) provides eligible households with their heating and cooling costs and makes provisions for emergency heating system services and emergency fuel/utility assistance. The program serves individuals and families who reside in Somerset, Hunterdon, Warren, or Sussex counties.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program assists elderly, handicapped, and low-income persons in weatherizing their homes, improving their heating system efficiency, and conserving energy.
| Eligibility | Must be income eligible. - Must complete and submit an application. - Must supply all income documentation for the entire household. - Must provide proof of ownership of the residence. - A landlord/tenant agreement must be signed (if it applies). - Must submit copies of social security cards for the entire household and heating and cooling bills. |
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Last Updated: 01/20/22
NORWESCAP
NORWESCAP is a private, non-profit corporation originally established in 1965 under the Economic Opportunity Act to serve the low-income population of Hunterdon, Sussex and Warren Counties.