Many people may be unaware that there is a supplementary payment available from the Department of Social Protection to help towards the cost of heating your home.
Read more:Cost of living Ireland: Parents warned of social welfare mistake that could cost them over €160Who can avail of the Heating Supplement? The heating supplement is an additional weekly payment to help with the cost of heating your home. You may get a heating supplement, if you: How to apply You can get an application form for the heating supplement at your local Community Welfare Service. The Community Welfare Officer can help you fill in the form.
Other help towards heating and energy costs There are a number of payments from the Department of Social Protection aimed at helping with heating or energy bills, such as the Household Benefits Package or the Fuel Allowance.