The City of Ashland offers a year-round discount on water, wastewater, and electric bills for low-income older adults.

Senior Citizen Rate Credits are based on billings made between January 1 and April 30 of the previous year. If you’re approved for Senior Citizen Rate Credits, a credit equal to 50 percent of the previous year’s winter bills (not to exceed $500 annually; excludes any additional meters) will be applied to your account balance.

Provides energy assistance during winter months and as funding allows during non winter months. The Senior Discount Rate Program and Disabled Discount Rate Program are Cowlitz PUD energy discount programs administered by CAP. Weatherization applications are accepted year-round, but there can be a 9-month to 1-year wait.

Provides a special rebate for electric service. Assistance is usually a 15-40% reduction of a customer's bill based on their household size and income.

Community outreach provides the following programs:
-Up to 1 year of rental assistance and/or assistance with move-in related costs
-One-time per calendar year assistance with utilities (electric, gas, heating fuel, and water), and a PUD discount program
-Emergency shelter for up to 30 days; limited space
-Assists with applications for DSHS programs and Section 8 housing
-Provides information and referral for all community members including older adults and adults with disabilities, to other agencies and services, including comprehensive employment services, and produces a Community Resource Guide