People who do not have access to computers or the internet can call 1-80 to be directed to one of the community action agencies to assist them with starting, completing, and submitting an application online.The YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center (YPCC) - All hiring decisions for The YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center are made by the YMCA of MEWSA, not Piscataway Township. People can apply online through the DCAid application portal ( ). If your service provider is Middlesex Water Company please call 80. If your service provider is the Township of Edison, please call the Township directly at 73. It is crucial for customers who have submitted their application for assistance to call your service provider to avoid disconnection of service. Participants in the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are automatically eligible for LIHWAP assistance as long as they are water/wastewater bill holders. The LIHWAP frequently asked questions webpage has additional information about maximum income limits and other items. Also, applicants’ total gross household income must be at or below 60% of the state median Income ($6,439 a month for a family of four).

To be eligible for LIHWAP assistance, applicants must be water/wastewater customers who are responsible for paying their water and sewer bills directly to the Company. LIHWAP will be able to assist our customers who are behind on their drinking water and wastewater bills to help keep their water and wastewater service active. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that provides emergency assistance to families experiencing hardship with their water bills. If you’re experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). The Township of Edison is committed to our communities and to keeping the water and life flowing for our customers.

LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLD WATER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHWAP) STRUGGLING TO PAY YOUR WATER AND SEWER BILLS?

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