Assists low to moderate income homeowners with repairs to help eliminate immediate threats to their health and safety. This includes conditions, that if left uncorrected, would result in irreparable damage to their home. Modest handicap accessibility alterations can also be made to the home.

A one-time service that can repair or replace heating unit or hot water tank, make additional repairs necessary to correct code violations, make handicapped accessibility modifications, repair plumbing or sewer problems, if possible, and/or make limited electrical repairs.

Provides in-home services for adults 60 and older as an alternative to nursing home care. A social worker or nurse will visit the client to assess needs and create an individualized plan. Services may include adult day services, home delivered meals, personal care, medical equipment, minor home repairs/modifications, and homemaker services such as house keeping.

Provides services for low income housing rehabilitation and litter control (recycling center). Also provides revolving small business loans. Also may repair and replace septic systems for income eligible families in certain areas of the county.

Habitat can provide an affordable loan up to $2,000. Funds may be used to address “quality of life” issues for Southeast Ohio residents in order to maintain and sustain their current housing. They include, but are not limited to: *Small home improvement and repairs *Appliance repairs and purchases *Major vehicle repair or purchase *Medical equipment *Home accessibility projects and purchases

Provides a weatherization program which includes a safety inspection, tune-up, repair, and/or replacement of the client's heating unit. As part of the program, carbon monoxide alarms and/or insulation may be provided (either attic, sidewalls, or both) when needed.

Provide transportation to medical appointments in conjunction with WRTA. Funding is limited and program is a first come, first served basis. Travel must remain in county of orgin. All Vehicles are wheelchair accessible.

The Healthy Homes and Franklin County Home Repair programs provide health and safety-related home repairs for homeowners. These programs help homeowners improve the functionality of their homes so they can live in safe and comfortable environments.

HUD approved housing counseling. Assist with identifying and resolving the barriers to home ownership in one-on-one counseling sessions. Housing counseling services address the following topics: Pre-purchase and Homebuyer Education and Non-Delinquency Post-Purchase Counseling.

Home Repair Assistance: - grants that assist homeowners make repairs in owner-occupied single family homes. Private Owner Rehabilitation - funds that help homeowners bring their homes up to code. This is a deferred, forgivable loan.

Assists low to moderate income homeowners with paying for repairs and rehabilitation on their homes. Depending on eligibility and the availability of funding, agency may be able to offer this program at no cost to the homeowner (usually if they are age 65 or older or a veteran). In some instances, a zero-interest loan with an affordable repayment schedule may be offered as well. Examples of the types of work that the program can help with are: painting, siding, roofing, doors, steps, wheelchair ramps, sub floors, carpeting, etc. Does not help with foundation. Most work is provided by volunteers, however some work may be provided by contractors. This is not an emergency service; the process can take 12-24 months (however, smaller jobs may be completed sooner).

Rent, Mortgage, Utilities and Water and Sewage assistance for households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic; Plumbing Assistance for Minor Plumbing Repairs

Individuals 60 and over may qualify for minor home repairs and modifications that address health and safety issues including ramp construction.

Provides emergency assistance to those in need when there is no other community resource available to help. May help with utilities (gas, electric, water); rent; and small home repairs. Generally, assistance is limited to $200-$300 (however, clients are not guaranteed to get this maximum amount).

Provides assistance with minor household repairs

Program aims to help individuals and families that live in environments which are considered unsafe or unsanitary. Veterans, senior citizens, and disable adults often have difficulty maintaining their homes while young adults who 'age out of the foster system' or encounter life-disrupting issues and need temporary safe housing. H.A.R.P aims to resolve these issues by providing furnishing assistance, home repairs, and temporary housing.

Provides a grant between $ 2,500-$5,500 to City of Lakewood homeowners and residents for exterior paint, supplies and labor to paint their home. Participants will be educated on lead safety issues. Property will be inspected by the agency (not a Building Dept. inspection) prior to approval, after prep work for the painting is done, and after work is completed. Amount of grant will be limited to amount of painting required as well as income guidelines.

Provide transportation to medical appointments in conjunction with WRTA. Funding is limited and program is a first come, first served basis. Travel must remain in county of orgin. All Vehicles are wheelchair accessible.

Providing Home Repair Initiative and Group Workcamps Blitz Project; home rehabilitation program for eligible individuals and seniors, this is a volunteer-driven home repair projects in Butler County which help homeowners who primarily are low-income senior citizens, people with disabilities and families with young children. Free home repairs and mobility modifications helped nearly 92 homeowners last year.

Provides loans to very-low-income homeowners to repair, improve or modernize their homes or grants to elderly very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards.

A one-time service that can repair or replace heating unit or hot water tank, make additional repairs necessary to correct code violations, make handicapped accessibility modifications, repair plumbing or sewer problems, if possible, and/or make limited electrical repairs.

Provides on-site septic system inspections and consultations, issues sewage permits, and investigates sewage complaints.

Home Repair Loan: This is a loan program for elderly and low income homeowners. Staff will assist with selection of licensed contractors to perform this work. The home must meet all city codes. Veterans receive a bonus incentive for participation in the program. Emergency Repair Loan Program: This is an emergency rehab loan for elderly and low income homeowners to correct a serious health/safety or energy conservation condition. Examples of emergency repairs include: furnace, gas lines, insulation, roofs, electrical, plumbing, handicapped accessible improvements, etc. Windows & Siding: This is a zero interest loan program for homeowners who wish to install vinyl replacement windows and/or vinyl siding. This is a deferred loan.

Aspire Ministries maintains a current list of available church ministries, community resources and agencies that may be able to help anyone in their current situation. Call the Aspire Ministries Connection Center to talk with a volunteer or schedule an appointment to come in to work with someone who can help determine which agencies may be of help. 1. Receive request for help. Requests are received either directly from a person in need or the person in need is referred to the Aspire Ministries office by a network church or local agency. 2. Assess the need. Specially trained Aspire Ministries volunteers or staff screen the request for extent of need and legitimacy, and discover any deeper issues fueling the crisis. 3. Provide help. The request is referred to the most appropriate Aspire Ministries partner church, agency, or organization. Volunteers swing into action, providing whatever resources or outreach programs are appropriate to address the need(s). 4. Follow up. Volunteers follow up to ensure the need was met and to offer prayer and spiritual support from churches. Aspire Ministries offers assistance to anyone in Marion County who is in need. Assistance may be available for the following needs: - Emergency Food - Gas Vouchers - Cleaning Supplies - Diapers, Wipes, Lotion - Furniture - Funeral Services - Minor Home Repairs (limited) - Yard Work and Snow Removal (limited).

Offers health and safety-related independent living improvements such as handrail and grab bar installation, ramp repair, and other services and health and safety improvements including window air conditioner installation, unclogging drains and more.