If You're Past Due On Your Bill
Know Your Options
If you're late on your PSE&G payments, help may be available.
Assistance Overview
Find out about payment assistance programs in this four-minute video.
If you're currently past-due on your energy bill payments, you may qualify for help from the State of New Jersey or through private agency programs.
Payment Assistance Gas and Electric (PAGE)
PAGE is funded by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities through the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA).
PAGE provides annual assistance to moderate-income households that need help paying their energy bills. You may be eligible to receive a grant for up to $750 per utility (for a total of up to $1,500) within a 12-month period. The total awarded will depend on the balance owed.
Applications are available all year.
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Apply through a local agency. Call AHA at 732-982-8710 to find the nearest location.
Learn more and view eligibility requirements on NJ Power On, or call 855-465-8783 or 732-982-8710.
NJ SHARES
New Jersey SHARES, Inc. has funds available for PSE&G customers who are behind on their utility bills. Funds must be used for the continuance or restoration of power.
This program provides energy assistance to moderate-income households that do not qualify for federal or state energy programs such as LIHEAP and/or USF. Eligibility is determined by income and household size.
Applications are available all year.
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Fill out an electronic application with the assistance of a local community-based organization near you.
To learn more and view eligibility requirements, visit NJ SHARES or call 1-866-NJSHARES (1-866-657-4273)
NJ 2-1-1 Partnership
If you continue to need utility assistance, please contact 2-1-1 or click nj211.org.
