Utility Assistance & Weatherization Provider
- Listed: December 12, 2018 4:39 am
- Expires: 98040 days, 10 hours
Description
Energy Services Providers
Utility Assistance & Weatherization Provider
This provider offers utility payment assistance and weatherization services to low-income Californians in your area.
Spectrum Community Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4317
Hayward, CA 94540
Utility Assistance: (510) 881-0300
Emergency Services: (510) 881-0300
Weatherization Services: (510) 881-0300
Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Utility Assistance Appointments: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Website www.spectrumcs.org
Energy Services Offered:
- Assistance with residential utility bill payment
- Emergency assistance with residential energy-related crisis (utility shut-off notices, energy-related life-threatening emergency)
- Home Weatherization
How to Apply for Services:
- Pick up an application during office hours
- Call the office to request an application
Documents Required for Energy Services:
Documents required to apply for energy services include current income documents for your household and the most recent utility bill. Additional documentation may be required during the application process. Please contact the service provider for more information.
Additional Office Locations:
About Spectrum Community Services
Founded in 1971, Spectrum Community Services is a registered, private non-profit organization that assists low-income and disadvantaged individuals, families and seniors in their efforts to live independently
What is “Weatherization” and how can it help me?
Weatherization helps by upgrading a home by installing products that makes the home more energy-saving. Homes being weatherized stay warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. The average yearly savings is over $400(1) per household.
As a federally-funded program, Spectrum can give energy-saving measures to people who meet our eligibility requirements. Priorities are placed on households with seniors (60+), disabled, and children under 6.
What we can provide: (2)
- Heater Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Attic and Floor Insulation
- Window and Exterior Door Repair or Replacement
- Low-flow Showerheads and Faucet Aerators
- Fridge Replacement or Repair
- Range Replacement or Repair
- Weather-Stripping
- Energy-Saving Light Bulbs
- Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
- Microwaves
| Size of Household | Total Combined Monthly Income | Total Combined Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,097.98 | $25,175.76 |
| 2 | $2,743.52 | $32,922.24 |
| 3 | $3,389.05 | $40,668.60 |
| 4 | $4,034.58 | $48,414.96 |
| 5 | $4,680.12 | $56,161.44 |
| 6 | $5,325.65 | $63,907.80 |
For households larger than six, please call Spectrum for more information.
(1) – Average household savings according to the Department of Community Service and Development. For more info go to the Department of Community Service and Development Website
(2) – Call for more information. This is a partial list of services. Spectrum Community Services, Inc. does not guarantee all services to be provided.
(3) – Income before taxes are deducted.
Payment Assistance
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
HEAP is a federally-funded program to help low-income households pay their energy bills. Assistance is in the form of a direct payment to the utility company on behalf of an eligible applicant. Eligibility is based on the household’ s total monthly income, which cannot exceed the HEAP income guidelines below.
Federal HEAP funds are for households with low incomes and high energy costs, prioritizing households with elderly, disabled persons and/or children under six years old.
For households larger than six, please call Spectrum for more information.
To apply for HEAP, you may pick up applications at the following locations during regular business hours. Note: These are pick-up sites for Energy Applications only. These sites will not assist in filling out the forms.
Mail completed applications with required documents to:
Spectrum Community Services
HEAP Program
P.O. Box 4317
Hayward, CA 94540
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West Oakland Senior Center
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Applicants must:
- Live in Alameda County.
- Provide a complete PG&E or Alameda Municipal Power bill.
- Provide proof of monthly income for the entire household (see table below).
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