The Fuel Assistance Program at North Shore Community Action Programs, Inc. helps income-eligible homeowners and renters pay their winter heating bills. Persons whose gross household income falls within the following limits may qualify for payment towards their winter heating bills as well as for weatherization services including heating system repair or replacement, a new refrigerator and a home energy audit which may help reduce your electricity bills and keep your house warm. In addition, National Grid customers may qualify for a discount of up to 25% on their bills.
The maximum income limits (60% of estimated state median income as effective June 2024) are as follows:
1 household member – $49,196
2 household members- $64,333
3 household members- $79,470
4 household members- $94,609
5 household members- $109,745
6 household members- $124,882
For information about the Fuel Assistance Program, call 978-531-8811, email fuelassistance@ncap.org or visitnscap.org. For appointments, call 978-531-0767 (Ext 136) from Oct. 1 through April 30. North Shore Community Action Program, Inc. is located at 119 Rear Foster St., Building 13, Peabody, 01960.