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Originally Posted by bigdog

For those in serious dire straits financially, NH has a program to residents which helps to manage their 'Electric and Heating Fuel' bills this season.

Before applying for this type of assistance, homeowners should carefully investigate the relationship between electric and heating assistance and Medicaid. An application for fuel assistance triggers a referral to Medicaid based on low income. New Hampshire is a Medicaid estate recapture state. Make sure you understand estate recapture before you accept "free" government money. Medicaid is not "free." It's a loan that's recovered by the government when you die or sell your house. It could prevent you from leaving a home that no longer suits you.