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Easing The High Energy Cost Burden

(NAPSI)-Help is available to older Americans so they can cope with escalating energy costs in these challenging times. The Eldercare Locator and the Environmental Protection Agency offer these tips to stay warm and safe at home:

• First, find out about local energy assistance programs. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging or the Eldercare Locator at (800) 677-1116.

• Take advantage of special heating assistance funds and no-cutoff eligibility programs from your local utility providers.

• Find out how to make your home more energy efficient by contacting the ENERGY STAR program at (888) 782-7937 or www.energystar.gov.

For more tips and a helpful free booklet, "Winter Warmth and Safety: Home Energy Tips for Older Adults," call (800) 677-1116.

Energy costs getting you down? Find out about assistance programs for older adults.

 


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