It's hard to keep up with electrical bills, especially in the winter. We hope this information sheet will help answer questions you may have about your rights - if you need help with your electric bill, if you get behind in your payments, or if the electric company says it is going to disconnect your service. By next year, there should be standard rules that will apply to everyone in Maine. For more information, contact your local Community Action Agency . You may also be eligible for help through your town or city's General Assistance Program.
General assistance is often only available to people whose income is under a certain limit.
However, the income limits can be waived in an emergency - for example if it is necessary to avoid electricity disconnection. To apply, contact your Town Office or City Hall. Contact your electric company. This means you will pay less during the winter months, when your bills are highest, then pay off the money still owed over the following summer. The entire back bill usually must be paid off by the following November 1st.