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Eversource Massachusetts Offers Hardship Programs To Residential Customers In Town Of Dedham

Participation in an assistance program or payment plan will prevent service disconnection when they resume after July 1, 2021.

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Press release from the Town of Dedham:

April 28, 2021

Eversource Massachusetts has announced they are offering programs to residential customers here in Dedham to reduce monthly payment amounts and past-due balances.

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During the pandemic, some eligibility guidelines have been relaxed and customers who have never been eligible before, may qualify now.

For all customers, regardless of financial need, we’re offering payment plans with terms up to 12 months. Participation in an assistance program or payment plan will prevent service disconnection when they resume after July 1, 2021.

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Assistance programs for income-eligible customers include:

  • Fuel Assistance: This program may help pay your utility or heating bills. Deadline to apply is May 28, 2021. Visit HeatingHelpMA.org or call 2-1-1.
  • Discount Rate: You may qualify for a 36% (electric) or a 25% (natural gas) discount on monthly bills.
  • New Start: This program forgives overdue balances as on-time monthly payments are made.
  • Good Neighbor Energy Fund: Additional financial assistance for overdue bills may be available. Visit MAGoodNeighbor.org.
  • Utility and Rent Assistance: Massachusetts also has resources available to help residents pay utility bills and rent. Contact your local Rental Assistance Agency for more information by dialing 2-1-1.

All customers, regardless of financial status, can take advantage of these programs:

  • Payment Plans: All customers, regardless of financial status, can enroll in a payment plan to pay a past-due balance over a period of up to 12 months.
  • Reduce your Energy Use and Bill: For energy-saving tips, rebates and incentives on energy-saving products, and to sign up for Home Energy SolutionsSM, go to Eversource.com and select Save Money & Energy.

Review the flyers below and attached (available in English and Spanish) to learn more about these programs.

This press release was produced by the Town of Dedham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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