Utility Assistance

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MEAP applications now open

We are now accepting MEAP (Michigan Energy Assistance Program) applications at United Way for Southeastern Michigan.

If you or someone you know is behind on energy bills, you can apply directly through our energy assistance portal.

While a State Emergency Relief (SER) approval is no longer required to apply for MEAP, it is still strongly encouraged as it may help maximize your support options.

For the most up-to-date information on additional MEAP agencies, you can always dial 2-1-1 or check back on this website.

We are also still accepting Water Assistance applications for Oakland and Washtenaw County residents through our WRAP and HAP programs.

Click below to get started with your MEAP application.

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Water and Sewer Assistance

United Way can provide assistance for water bills for residents of Oakland and Washtenaw counties. Both counties can apply for the Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP). Oakland County residents can also apply for the Hardship Assistance Program (HAP).

WRAP (Oakland and Washtenaw)

HAP (Oakland only)

If you live in Wayne County or Macomb County, click below to learn more about water bill assistance in your county.

Wayne County – Wayne Metro

Macomb County – Macomb Community Action

Live elsewhere? Dial 2-1-1 to find a local assistance program.

Documents needed

Documents needed for WRAP and the Hardship Assistance Program:

  • Pay stubs/benefit statements or SER approval letter for the last 30 days

Once United Way has received your application, please allow 10 business days for processing.

Have unanswered questions about WRAP? Call 1-844-211-4994 toll free from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. You can also email CareCoordination@LiveUnitedSEM.org at any time with questions.

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