Energy and low-income elderly – liheap clearinghouse
For many older people in the U.S., living in poverty means challenges in meeting their basic needs, such as food, health care and housing. But one of the biggest issues facing this group is access to affordable energy.
The cost of energy can be prohibitive for low-income seniors. In many cases, they must choose between paying energy or health care bills. This can negatively impact their health and well-being, as a lack of energy can lead to physical exertion and malnutrition.