Fort Wayne/Allen County

NIPSCO offers energy assistance

NIPSCO announced Wednesday that additional energy assistance programs are now open for enrollment to income eligible customers struggling to pay gas utility bills.

Available programs include NIPSCO Hardship, SERV (Supply Energy Resources to Veterans) and SILVER (Seniors in Indiana Low-Income and Vulnerable Energy Resources).

Eligible customers can apply through May 31, 2026, or until funds are exhausted. Programs provide a one-time benefit of up to $550 per year to help cover NIPSCO residential gas utility bills.

As the weather gets colder, customers using natural gas to heat their homes and businesses typically increase their usage from November-March compared to other seasons. Usage, a news release said, makes up the largest po

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