Utility Bill Assistance for Farmersville Residents Impacted by COVID-19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 17, 2021

Utility Bill Assistance for Farmersville Residents Impacted by COVID-19

To apply, call the Energy Assistance Hotline at 1-844-224-1316

[Farmersville, CA] - Community Services Employment Training (CSET) in partnership with the City of Farmersville is now offering utility bill payment assistance to Farmersville residents directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Households who are facing urgent financial needs, have encountered a loss of essential utility services, and are in need of an emergency payment are strongly encouraged to apply. The utility bill payment assistance will help qualified households pay for their water, sewer, trash, and internet utility bills.

Households interested in applying must meet all applicable income eligibility verification requirements. Only one (1) pre-application per household will be accepted and a verifiable hardship is required to receive assistance. Please see the list below of verification documents needed to apply for assistance:

(1) Certification of loss of income due to COVID-19.

(2) Proof that 1oss of essential utility services is at risk and emergency payment is needed.

(3) Copy of the household's utility bills requested for payment.

Eligible applicants may call the Energy Assistance Hotline at 1-844-224-1316 for more information on how to apply.

CSET’s Energy Services department provides energy efficiency services at no cost to help Tulare County families stay safe and healthy. Yearly, more than 5,500 households receive energy assistance, preventing a utility service disconnection or termination for low-income households. Additionally, 130 homes countywide are weatherized, keeping families warm and cool yearlong all while reducing heating and cooling costs. To learn more visit www.cset.org/energy-services.

Community Services Employment Training (CSET) inspires youth, families and communities to achieve self-reliance through innovative pathways and collaboration. Since 1976, CSET has been the Community Action Agency for Tulare County. To learn more about CSET’s services and impact in Tulare County, please visit www.cset.org or call (559) 732-4194.

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