Executive Director: David E. Baker
400 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510, (570) 348-4400
This program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The program expansion increased the income limit from $15,000 to $35,000 (which excludes half of Social Security income) for homeowners and raises the maximum rebate for both homeowners and renters from $500 to $650. The income limit for renters is $15,000.
www.revenue.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/property_tax_rent_rebate_program/11410
Operation HELP provides emergency financial aid to pay heating bills for families with financial hardships. PPL Electric Utilities was one of the first utilities to establish a fuel fund for customers in need. Operation HELP is funded by customers, employees and PPL, and is administered by a network of local agencies.
www.pplelectric.com/Residential+Customers/Pay+My+Bills/Need+Help+Paying+Your+Bill/operation+HELP.htm
WRAP is an energy efficiency program designed to help income-eligible customers reduce their energy use and improve their living comfort. Examples of possible WRAP services are insulation of attics and basements, caulking of air leaks, and insulation of hot water pipes. Other items include compact fluorescent light bulbs, energy efficient appliances to replace inefficient appliances and energy conservation education. Toll-Free (888) 232-6302
www.pplelectric.com/Residential+Customers/Pay+My+Bills/Need+Help+Paying+Your+Bill/WRAP.htm
OnTrack is a special payment plan for residential customers who are struggling to pay their bills, administered by local agencies, that offers reduced monthly payments, protection from shutoffs and debt forgiveness. It gives people a chance to earn a fresh start.
Toll-Free (800) 358-6623
www.pplelectric.com/Residential+Customers/Pay+My+Bills/Need+Help+Paying+Your+Bill/OnTrack.htm
You may be running out of time. Statutes of Limitations apply in many situations and may limit the time you have to file a claim. It may be in your best interest to discuss your case with one of our attorneys as soon as possible. If you need help, contact us immediately.