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Easing The Energy Burden

Posted: 1/21/2011

Older Americans may get help keeping their homes warm in cold weather.

(NAPSI) - Information that many older adults may greet warmly is just what types of energy assistance might be available to them. To help, the Eldercare Locator offers resources and tips:

• To find out about energy assistance programs, contact the Eldercare Locator at (800) 677-1116 or visit www.eldercare.gov and get connected with your local Area Agency on Aging.

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

• Make sure your home is energy efficient. Information is available from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program at www.energystar.gov.

• Get a free, helpful brochure, “Winter Warmth and Safety: Home Energy Tips for Older Adults,” by calling (800) 677-1116.

The Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging and is administered by the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a).

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