(b) A LIURP shall be designed to operate in conjunction with the public utility’s other universal service programs as defined in § 58.2 (relating to definitions) and other relevant public or private programs that provide energy assistance or similar assistance to the community. The public utility shall provide direct assistance or arrange third-party assistance for LIURP participants applying for LIHEAP as defined in § 58.2 and other energy assistance programs, based on income-eligibility.