Northampton County fuel assistance

The Northampton County Area Agency on Aging has begun the Emergency Fuel Assistance Program. This program is for once-a-season fuel assistance of $380.

In order to be eligible, an individual needs to be 60 or older, reside in Northampton County, and have already applied for and received or been denied Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program benefits. Their fuel tank needs to be at one-eighth full or less. For assistance with gas or electric heat, a shut-off notice is required.

To apply, contact the Northampton County Information & Referral Emergency Services at 610-559-3270.

When a referral is received, a Northampton County Area Agency on Aging care manager will contact the individual by phone to determine eligibility.