Energy Help is Available
January 14, 2020
To ease the financial burden caused by energy costs on Benton REA’s low-income, senior or disabled residential members, Benton REA offers a discount of $24 each month to qualifying members.
Qualifications:
- Combined annual household income that is equal to or less than 150% of the Washington state poverty guideline for two-member households.
- Applicants must be 62 years of age or older. The age criteria for qualification under the program can be waived if the applicant provides proof of disability through a current “Social Security Administration Retirement, Survivors and Disability Insurance Statement” for the applicable period.
Download the discount application at BentonREA.org or call 509-786-2913.
Community energy assistance programs are also available in both Benton and Yakima counties. Visit the Energy Assistance page of our website for a list of agencies we recommend for additional energy assistance
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