How to apply for City of Savannah H2OC Utility Discount for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities (Chatham County) in Georgia

Who it's for

H2OC is a City of Savannah utility bill discount for low-income seniors and residents with disabilities. Qualified customers can save up to $179 a year on their City of Savannah utility bill. It is open to City of Savannah utility customers both inside and outside the city limits. The account must be in your name. Seniors must be 65 or older with household income at or below the poverty level for their household size. Residents with disabilities must be 18 to 64 and get SSI or SSDI. The city does not take applications: seniors apply through Senior Citizens, Inc. at 912-236-0363, and residents with disabilities through L.I.F.E., Inc. at 912-920-2414. You must re-certify every year.

What you'll need

• A City of Savannah utility bill for an account in your name
• Proof of household income (seniors)
• SSI or SSDI award letter (residents with disabilities)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about City of Savannah H2OC Utility Discount for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities (Chatham County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need a City of Savannah utility bill for an account in your name, proof of household income (seniors), sSI or SSDI award letter (residents with disabilities) — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual re-certification through the partner agency