Free home repair program for seniors in Philadelphia

Restore, repair, update plan

Restore, repair, updatean initiative in Philadelphia City is managed by participating lenders. While not free, the program offers low-interest loans to qualifying Philadelphia homeowners to invest in their properties. Qualified improvements include replacement water heater, HVAC repair or replacementelectrical repairs and mold or lead coating treatment.

Residents can start the screening process by calling or emailing. If eligible, the program will help participants conduct financial consultation, repair plans and contractor choice.

Who is eligible: You must have a primary residence that needs repair. You must also have a credit score of over 580 Homeowner’s insuranceand there are no permissions and inspections for violations (L&I). Additionally, you must be up to date on all utilities and property taxes.

Middle Community Initiative

Provide repairs and revitalization for middle-income, often overlooked communities Middle Community Initiative Work in blocks divided in qualified areas. The program uses in-house contractors and subcontractors to provide aging homeowners with free home restoration, including improved energy efficiency, system and structural repairs, and accessibility improvements.

The middle community initiative works in large blocks, so residents must have at least 10 qualified homeowners who need repairs on their neighborhoods.

Who is eligible: You must be at least 55 years of age and own and occupy your home. You must be present and meet on all repair days Income Qualification Code By family size. Each applicable homeowner must have a block captain to collect each application.

A competent program

Seniors in Philadelphia have a hard time completing activities of daily life (ADL) and may pass A competent program. If needed, it may be part of the plan. The program has an holistic approach to providing home modifications.

Participants first worked with registered nurses and occupational therapists. Together, they identify challenges in daily life, setting goals and developing improvement plans. Some of the participants’ self-care goals included getting mail, washing clothes, or going up and down stairs.

Interested participants can Fill in the form on the website Get more information and learn how to apply.

Who is eligible: If you are over 60 and live in Delaware, Philadelphia, or Montgomery County, you can apply. You need to have some difficulties in at least one day-to-day activity and meet the income limit of 250% or below the federal poverty level.