Offers a program designed to provide minor home repairs, accessibility modifications and support to eligible homeowners. - In partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Medina County.

The JOSHUA program is a work missions project established for youth and adults from various parts of the country to help make a difference in the living conditions of low income residents of the Ohio Valley. Services include, but are not limited to: painting, building of handicap ramps, replacing of windows, and yard clean up. Home repair projects are matched up with the skills of the work mission groups and most projects can be completed within one (1) week in the summer.

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

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

Provides a home safety modification program to help prevent falls and other safety-related incidents. Provides repair and materials to enhance safety, including smoke detectors (will be referred to local fire department first), grab bars, hand rails, and easily visible house numbers. Individuals could also qualify for the another rehabilitation program with agency.

Provides supervised work crews of volunteer youth to help persons in need with construction and other projects such as: wheelchair ramps, roofing, porch/step repair, clearing downed trees, etc.

May be able to build a ramp or other modifications that will allow an individual with disabilities to live more comfortably.

Acquire vacant and abandoned tax delinquent property, and market that property to individuals, developers and non-profit agencies for development.

Provides loans of up to $40,000 to very-low-income homeowners to repair, improve or modernize their homes and provides grants up to $10,000 to older adult very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards.Loan terms include 1% interest and can extend up to 20 years.

Provides installation of ramps, low rise steps, handrails, and grab bars.

Provides a Medicaid-funded program that offers home health care and services coordination. Services include personal care, homemaking, emergency response system, home-delivered meals, adult day services, medical transportation, counseling services, medical equipment and supplies, and long-term care planning.

Offers home modifications for eligible low-income individuals with disabilities. Services may include the installation of ramps, grab bars, handrails, and bathroom modifications, depending on location and specific needs.

USS provides simple and handicap accessible home modifications to ensure older homeowners can continue to live safety in their home. Simple tasks include changing ceiling light bulbs and installing grab bars. More complex projects include handicap accessibility such as raised toilets, showers, and ramps. This is not a complete list of eligible projects. USS also provides seasonal grass mowing for eligible older homeowners who need assistance to maintain their property.

Provides needed repairs and handicapped accessibility modifications for mobile-home owners. Funds may be used to repair or replace a heating unit, hot water tank, severely deteriorated windows, walls and doors, or correct code violations. May also be used to improve accessibility for those with disabilities. In some cases, may be used to improve sewer, well, and plumbing.

The Y- Men will start construction of wheelchair ramps typically starts in April and ends in September. If you need a wheelchair ramp, own your residence and meet our basic requirements you may be eligible for a free ramp. YOU must take the time to request, complete and return an application for a ramp. Step 1. Send a written request for a ramp application to: Y Men's Service Club. P.O. Box 275. Marion, Ohio 43302 Step 2. You will be mailed a ramp application. Complete the application and return it to the address shown above. Once the completed application is received and we determine you may be eligible will visit your home to determine the ramp is doable. If it is you will be added to the list and a build date will be determined at a later date.

May be able to provide services to build wheelchair ramps or other minor home modifications for individuals in need.

Provides wooden ramps for individuals with limited mobility. There is usually a wait list.

Emergency services provided such as: Fixing windows and screens, Electrical and plumbing repairs, New roofs, Replacement or repair of hot water heaters, heating systems, plumbing systems, walls, windows or doors. Making homes handicapped accessible - ramps or modification to kitchens and bathrooms. Up to $5,000 per housing unit are available.

Provides 5-year forgivable loans to disabled Veterans for home repairs and modifications. Modifications and rehabilitation of the primary residence may include: - Making physical modifications to accommodate the functional limitations that result from having a disability such as wheel chair ramps, bathroom fixtures, special lighting, and so forth. - Making physical modifications to allow for a Veteran's caregiver. - Rehabilitation of a residence that is in disrepair. - Installing energy efficiency features or equipment when utility costs are a financial burden. - Other activities that address the adaptive housing needs of the Veteran.

Provides grants for handicapped-accessibility modifications for low-income individuals. Program is for single-family, owner-occupied housing. Eligible projects are ramps and other accessibility modifications, including bathroom modifications,

Program provides in-home alternatives to nursing home care for low-income seniors. Services include: a personal care plan to meet the individual's needs at home by arranging an appropriate mix of services to supplement care provided by family members and friends. Eligible services include adaptive and assistive equipment, assistance in the home with health activities, such as taking medications appropriately and other health-related activities, with case/care management, adult day care, chore service, home medical equipment and supplies, emergency response systems, home-delivered meals, homemaker services, independent living assistance, minor home modifications, nutrition consultation, personal care services, medical and non-medical transportation. Program also administers the Pre-Admission Review process that determines the level of care for persons who want to enter Medicaid-certified nursing homes and periodically offers vendors training on dealing with elderly/disabled individuals.

Offers installations of utility grab bars for older adults recovering from surgery or with fragile health through a partnership with Kiwanis Club of Barberton.

The Microfinance Program can provide affordable loans up to $2,000 so families can improve and maintain their homes and their quality of life without seeking out payday or high-interest predatory loans. Loans available for: - Replacement of countertops, cabinets, flooring, doors, windows, etc. - Repair (if manufactured within the last 15 years) or replacement of appliances - Repair of porches, decks, roof, etc. - Painting - Upgrades for energy efficiency - Accessibility projects (e.g., ramp). - Vehicle Repair funds may be available if the automotive repair could be linked to staying housed (example: fix vehicle to get to work to pay for housing). Funds may be used to address “quality of life” issues for Southeast Ohio residents in order to maintain and sustain their current housing.

This program is designed to help people age 60 or better, with low income living in Clark county meet one time expenses such as a utility shut off notice or an unanticipated critical expense. Staff also assist with accessing HEAP, and other similar programs. In-home assistance is available for those without means to come into the office.