Do you need help paying those higher winter heating bills?

If so, the State of Alaska's Health and Social Services Department may be able to assist qualified low-income residents through their Heating Assistance Program. The application period begins Oct. 1 and processing begins Nov. 1. You can pick up an application at AEL&P's Lemon Creek office, or download it here using the provided link. For more information call (907) 465-3058.

You may also qualify for assistance from the Tlingit & Haida Regional Housing Authority through their Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. The application period begins Nov. 1 -- for elders and legally disabled -- and Dec. 1 for all others. You can pick up an application at AEL&P's Lemon Creek office, or download it here using the provided link. For more information call (907) 780-6868.

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