Apply today! Ameren Missouri urges customers to apply for more than $1.5 million in energy assistance

Eligible households may also qualify for federal energy assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

With spring in full swing, Ameren Missouri urges eligible customers to apply for energy assistance programs and review available payment options designed to provide flexibility and stability year-round. Additionally, the company reminds customers the Dollar More program has more than $1.5 million in assistance available. Dollar More provides eligible households with up to $600 per calendar year, and income eligibility recently increased to 300% of the federal poverty level. 


"Our customers are facing tough times, and we are here to help,” said Joe Solari, vice president of Customer Experience for Ameren. “For customers concerned about their energy bills, combining available programs with Federal LIHEAP dollars can provide the greatest level of assistance.”


Ameren partners with local community action agencies to offer the Dollar More program to qualified customers. These agencies can also assist customers with applying for LIHEAP and weatherization programs to maximize benefits. The deadline to apply for LIHEAP Energy Assistance is May 31.


In addition to Dollar More, Ameren Missouri offers several other options designed to give customers as much control as possible over what they pay:

  • My Energy Manager is available for customers with upgraded meters who want to monitor energy consumption by appliance.

  • Budget Billing is a free option that helps level out seasonal changes and evens out energy bills so customers can predict how much they will pay each month.

  • Energy efficiency programs can help reduce long-term energy consumption. For example, customers can pair a smart thermostat with Peak Time Savings to receive a $50 enrollment bonus and a $25 annual appreciation bonus.

  • Payment agreements offer flexible arrangements that spread balances over time.

  • Additional energy assistance programs including Keeping Cool, New Start Energy Relief, Veterans Energy Assistance and more.


For more information, customers are encouraged to visit Ameren.com/Assistance to learn more.

Published on by Paul Kienker.