For the elderly, home repair projects can become unmanageable and costly.
Many senior citizens have a desire to stay in their homes for as long as possible, according to the National Council on Aging. As seniors age, however, it gets more and more difficult to manage day-to-day household tasks, including home repairs. Hiring a contractor to make repairs can be costly, and these expenses can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are nonprofits throughout the nation that assist seniors in making critical home repairs.
Rebuilding Together
Rebuilding Together is a nonprofit organization in that joins community volunteers to rehabilitate homes owned by senior citizens and low-income citizens. Rebuilding Together has more than 200 affiliates throughout the United States, according to the organization, and making repairs to individuals' homes and ensuring that homeowners maintain safe living conditions are the primary goals. The list of the organization's affiliates and contact information can be found online.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that supports low-income families and senior citizens throughout the United States and the world. The organization builds affordable houses for needy families to reside, and many of these homes that are energy-efficient and sustainable, according to Habitat for Humanity. Although the nonprofit primarily serves low-income individuals, the organization also supports senior citizens by revitalizing and repairing homes. Although not every Habitat for Humanity affiliate has a program that assists senior citizens, many affiliates do. Check online for availability in your area.
Housing Opportunities and Maintenance for the Elderly
The Housing Opportunities and Maintenance for the Elderly (HOME) is an organization that supports low-income senior citizens living in Chicago. HOME assists in weatherizing senior's homes and helps accomplish household tasks, including painting projects, repairs and upkeep projects. Senior citizens who receive HOME's assistance receive the labor aspect of the projects for free, but the seniors are asked to pay for parts and supplies, according to HOME.
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