LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — United Way of Southern Nevada and NV Energy are offering on-site utility bill assistance to eligible seniors at four Project REACH Senior Expos this month.
The expos connect seniors with representatives from utility providers, including NV Energy and Southwest Gas, who can assist with the application process for past-due bill assistance.
Project REACH provides financial assistance to seniors ages 62 and older with past-due utility bills. Eligible seniors may qualify for up to $300 to help cover overdue electricity, water, trash, propane, or sewer bills. Eligible seniors may also qualify for up to $400 in natural gas assistance through Southwest Gas’ Energy Share program.
Eligibility is determined at the time of application. Approval for one program does not guarantee approval for the other.
Seniors attending an expo should bring:
- A Nevada driver’s license or Nevada state ID
- A copy of their current past-due utility bill (the address on the ID must match the address on the utility bill)
- Proof of recent income or pending income
Expo dates and locations
All expos run from 8 a.m. to noon:
- Aug. 18: Rio Convention Center
- Aug. 20: Aliante Hotel & Casino
- Aug. 25: Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
- Aug. 27: Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
“Many seniors in our community live on fixed incomes and can struggle to cover unexpected expenses,” said Samuel Rudd, UWSN President & CEO. “The Project REACH Senior Expo, powered by NV Energy, connects eligible seniors with financial assistance and community resources that can help them stay financially stable.”
“Keeping energy affordable for our customers is one of our highest priorities,” said Tony Sanchez, NV Energy executive vice president of business development and external relations. “Through Project REACH and our partnership with United Way of Southern Nevada, we’re making it easier for eligible seniors to access financial assistance and other resources that can help ease household expenses.”
For seniors unable to attend an expo, Project REACH offers year-round support. More information, including income eligibility requirements and required documentation, is available at the Senior Expo website.
Year-round support information is available at at the Project Reach website.
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