For payment assistance programs, contact your local utility, local Department of Social Service (DSS), or Office for the Aging (OFA). You can apply for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) at your local DSS or OFA. The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance has the latest eligibility requirements for HEAP. The DSS and OFA can also provide information on other assistance programs that you may be eligible for.
For assistance with weatherization or energy efficiency, contact your local Community Action Agency, which may be able to provide you with information on the available programs. Your Community Action Agency may also be able to refer you to other sources of assistance such as Food Pantries or Shelters. For emergency services, contact your local American Red Cross Chapter.
Your utility may also have specific programs that could help you with your energy bill. Please see our utility program guide for more information on individual utility payment assistance programs.
For life-threatening emergencies, call your local emergency service provider (or 911 if available in your area).
BackJefferson County Department of Social Services
250 Arsenal Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 782-9030
St. Lawrence Gas Company, Inc
1-800-673-3301
http://www.stlawrencegas.com/
JCDSS HOUSING PROGRAM
(315) 786-6721
Jefferson County Office for the Aging
County Office Bldg
250 Arsenal Street
Watertown, NY 13601-2546
(315) 785-3191
Community Energy Services
101 Main St
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 379-9466
http://www.communityenergyservices.org/contact-us
National Grid
1-800-642-4272
https://www.nationalgridus.com/niagaramohawk/index.asp
American Red Cross
203 North Hamilton Street
Watertown, NY 13601
315-782-4410
http://www.redcrossnny.com/
CAPC of Jefferson County, Inc.
518 Davidson Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 782-4900
http://www.nccsa.com/capc.htm
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities Office
812 State Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-4330
This list of agencies in your county is a general directory of assistance providers and there may be additional agencies that offer service in your county. Check with your local utility, DSS, OFA,or Community Action Agency as they may be able to provide you with additional support.