Energy Assistance for 2018-2019
Applications are being accepted for Winter Heating Assistance starting September 1st
If interested in applying please contact New Fairfield Social Services at (203) 312-5669.
Both homeowners and renters may apply
There is an income and liquid asset test
Applicants must provide proof of income and assets for all household members
Income Guidelines Household Size
1 Under $35,116
2 Under $45,920
4 Under $67,530
Liquid Asset Test
Assets include checking, savings, CD's, stocks/shares, bonds, annuities and IRAs. IRA accounts are considered to be liquid if the accounts are in the name of a household member who is at least 59-and-one-half years old.
For homeowners, the first $15,000 in liquid assets, and for other households, the first $12,000 in liquid assets, is disregarded. Any amount over that limit when added to the annual gross income must be below the income guidelines.