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Forsyth County opens heating assistance applications for seniors

A photo of Forsyth County Department of Social Services headquarters
DJ Simmons
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WFDD
Forsyth County's social services department building in Winston-Salem.

Forsyth County seniors can begin applying on Wednesday for assistance with their heating bills during the winter months.

The Forsyth Social Services Low-Income Energy Assistance Program offers a one-time payment to a resident’s heating provider. Households with someone 60 or older or with a person receiving disability services are eligible to apply.

The program aims to support those who are facing rising heating costs. Residents can receive up to $500 paid directly to their provider.

All other households can begin applying for the program on Jan. 2.