Description: Note: Services listed are ONLY available during a PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event. These are not for regular non-planned temporary power outages or any other type of outage. They encourage one to sign-up for PG&E programs and complete an assessment with DAC BEFORE a PSPS event. Individuals who are not registered can do so during the PSPS event.DAC in Redding serves as the main support center in the event of a PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). Serves people with disabilities, older adults, and individuals with Access & Functional Needs (AFN). Provides a source of power or motel room for those who rely on electric power for DME. Durable Medical Equipment may include: Nebulizers CPAP Oxygen Power wheelchairs Assistive technology (such as TTY). Note: One must first sign up with PG&E for one of these programs: Medical Baseline Program (DAC is unable to help one register for this program) Vulnerable Customer status (DAC can help one register for this program). After signing up with one of the above programs, DAC can provide an assessment of needs. Depending on needs, DAC can provide one of the following services during a PSPS event: Batteries on loan (depending on available inventory) Financial assistance with gas for generators Hotel vouchers and food assistance for duration of PSPS event.
Eligibility: -Open to PG&E electric service customers who use durable medical equipment or assistive technology that requires electricity-Services are only available during a PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event
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