Energy Assistance Program helps struggling families pay power bills

ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KLFY) -- In a time of rising costs and families struggling to make ends meet, something as simple as keeping the lights on can be a challenge from time to time. St. Landry Parish has introduced the Energy Assistance Program to lend a helping hand.

Parish President Jessie Bellard emphasizes that the program is only meant to help residents when needed.

"But it's not made for somebody to be dependent on it. This is made for people to get the help as needed.