To qualify for the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program, you must meet the current income guidelines or have someone residing in your household who participates in a qualifying public assistance program.

While we don't require you to submit proof of eligibility when you initially apply, at any time during your enrollment you may be selected to participate in the CARE Verification process.

High Usage Verification customers will have received an email or letter describing their household as “using a very high level of energy” in the first paragraph. 

Communications sent to customers needing to complete a Traditional Verification will not contain any language that classifies their household as high usage. 

If you are enrolled in CARE and have been selected for High Usage Verification, please complete these steps:

1. Download and review the High Usage CARE Verification Process Instructions.
2. Use the Approved Document List for CARE Verification - Income Based to select which type of documentation you can supply.       

3. Submit all required verification documentation using one of these options:  

   • Print and complete this Eligibility Verification Form.
   • Submit your printed Eligibility Verification Form and all required income verification documentation via U.S. mail or fax:
     
     MAIL:
     Southern California Edison
     CARE/FERA Program
     P.O. Box 9527, Azusa, CA 91702-9932

   IMPORTANT: In order to continue participating in the CARE Program, the California Public Utilities Commission requires that you participate in the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program which provides energy-efficient home improvements at no cost.

4. Learn more about additional tips, tools, and resources that can help you manage your energy use and lower your monthly bill.

If you are enrolled in CARE and have been selected for Traditional Verification, please complete these steps:

1. Download and review the Traditional CARE Verification Process Instructions.
2. Download and review the following forms:
   • Approved Document List for CARE Verification
3. Obtain Public Assistance Program OR Proof of Income verification documentation.
4. Collect all required verification forms and documents.
5. Submit all required documentation using one of these options: 
   • Print and complete this Eligibility Verification Form.
   • Submit your printed Eligibility Verification Form and all required income verification documentation via U.S. mail or fax:
     
     MAIL:
     Southern California Edison
     CARE/FERA Program
     P.O. Box 9527, Azusa, CA 91702-9932
6. Learn more about additional tips, tools, and resources that can help you manage your energy use and lower your monthly bill.