Chattanooga Seniors to Benefit from New Home Repair Program

News Summary

Starting May 12, 2025, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga will unveil its Critical Home Repair program tailored for homeowners aged 60 and above. This initiative aims to assist seniors in maintaining safe and comfortable living environments through essential repairs and improvements, ensuring they can continue to enjoy their homes. Applications will be accepted online until May 23, 2025, encouraging eligible seniors to take advantage of this vital support.

Big News for Seniors in Chattanooga!

Hey there, Chattanooga! If you or someone you know is a homeowner aged 60 and above, you’ll want to pay close attention! Starting May 12, 2025, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga is rolling out their Critical Home Repair program, and you can apply online until May 23, 2025. This fantastic program is designed just for you to help maintain your beloved homes!

What is the Critical Home Repair Program?

For many homeowners, keeping up with home maintenance can be a real challenge, especially as we age. The Critical Home Repair program aims to ease this burden. The goal is to assist senior homeowners who may be struggling to keep their homes safe and comfortable.

Who Can Apply?

Now, you might be wondering if you’re eligible for this program. Here’s the lowdown on the criteria you need to meet:

• Your home must be your primary residence and owner-occupied.
• You should provide proof of homeownership and not be in bankruptcy proceedings within the last two years.
• Household income needs to be between 0-50% of the Median Income for the area.
• You must be at least 60 years old.
• A real need for critical home repairs should be demonstrated.
• Your property must be within the city limits of Chattanooga.

What Kind of Help Will You Get?

If selected for the program, there’s a whole range of critical repairs and improvements in store! Here’s a quick peek at what services are offered:

• Accessibility improvements like wheelchair ramps and grab bars to make your home safer.
• Replacement of old bathtubs with brand-new shower surrounds.
• Repairs to gutters, ladders, exterior doors, and windows.
• Fixing HVAC systems to keep your home cozy.
• Addressing plumbing issues to avoid leaks and other problems.
• Structural repairs if you have any damaged floors or walls.
• Minor electrical repairs to keep things working smoothly.

These improvements aren’t just about aesthetics; they’re all about creating a safe and comfortable living environment so that seniors can continue to live independently and enjoy their golden years in their own homes.

The Next Steps

Once your application is in, if you’re selected, home inspections will be scheduled to evaluate what repairs are most needed. Following that, a schedule for the much-needed property repairs will be set up to get the ball rolling!

Community Support

This program is only made possible through the generous support of the Chattanooga community and the City itself. It’s a wonderful example of what can happen when neighbors come together to help one another out.

Want More Information?

If you’re keen to learn more or want to double-check your eligibility, be sure to check out Habitat’s website. They’ve got all the info you need at your fingertips.

So mark your calendars for May 12-23, 2025, and get your applications ready! Your dream of a well-maintained home could be just around the corner. Chattanooga, it’s time to take action and make sure our seniors have the support they need to thrive!

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• Local 3 News: Habitat for Humanity Critical Home Repair Program
• NOOGAtoday: Chattanooga Home Assistance Repair Program
• Chattanooga Pulse: City to Award Federal Funds for Affordable Housing
• Chattanoogan: Woman Killed, Others Injured in Incident
• News Channel 9: Chattanooga Allocating Budget for Affordable Housing
• Wikipedia: Habitat for Humanity
• Google Search: Chattanooga home repair program
• Google Scholar: Home repair programs for seniors
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Affordable Housing
• Google News: Chattanooga senior housing