{"id":821495,"date":"2025-03-04T11:13:39","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T16:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/consumers-energy-offers-bill-help-options-for-seniors-in-need-this-season\/"},"modified":"2025-03-04T11:13:39","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T16:13:39","slug":"consumers-energy-offers-bill-help-options-for-seniors-in-need-this-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/consumers-energy-offers-bill-help-options-for-seniors-in-need-this-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Consumers Energy Offers Bill Help Options for Seniors in Need this Season"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n Customers can get peace of mind with their energy bills by taking advantage of free Senior check-in program<\/i>\n <\/p>\n

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\n JACKSON, Mich.<\/span>
\n <\/span>, March 4, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Michigan’s<\/span> frigid winter has left its mark and for senior customers who may have seen a seasonal increase in their bills this winter, Consumers Energy stands ready to assist by connecting those age 65 and older with energy saving strategies and payment resources to help them pay their heating costs. This month, through March 31<\/span>, Consumers Energy will be proactively reaching out to select senior citizens with an opportunity to review seniors’ accounts and offer personalized payment assistance options to get them back in control of their energy bills.<\/p>\n

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“We want our customers to know that we are here for them 24\/7, in any season,” said Lauren Snyder<\/span>, Consumers Energy’s vice president of customer experience. “And that means we’re here to help them save energy and save money. Whether it’s through our various energy saving programs or through our payment assistance options, we can help our neighbors most in need.”<\/p>\n

Home heating costs account for about 30 percent of customers’ energy bills, with water heaters alone accounting for almost 15 percent. In addition to payment assistance options, Consumers Energy reminds customers there are some simple steps they can take to limit their usage and save even more.<\/p>\n

One of the easiest ways to save is by installing a programmable smart thermostat. Doing so could save as much as 20 percent on heating costs. Customers typically save 1 percent to 3 percent for every degree they dial down their thermostat. Plus, customers can save money by installing a programmable or wi-fi thermostat, often at reduced costs through ConsumersEnergyStore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Seniors interested in participating in the Senior Check-in can call 888-535-9280 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/span> The Senior Check-ins will connect customers with the various payment assistance resources available that apply to their situation.<\/p>\n

\n As a senior citizen, you qualify for the following assistance:<\/b>\n <\/p>\n