Aging in Place

With over 10,000 Americans turning 60 every day, this is one of the fastest-growing age groups in the U.S.

But a troubling reality is that many older adults, about 19 million, are living in homes that are in disrepair or inadequate for their needs and are unable to access resources to make these places livable.

At Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland, we understand the positive impact that growing old in your own home and community can have.

Our Approach

To guide our work, Habitat developed Housing Plus, a comprehensive aging in place strategy. Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland is recognized as an organization that helps aging adults continue to live at home by performing affordable home repairs.

Not only do we complete person-specific home repairs and modifications — from installing grab bars to building a ramp — but by working with local community organizations, we can connect older adults with social services to address age-related issues including health, isolation, hunger, and lack of transportation.

Eligibility

  1. I own and live in my home full time

  2. I own no other property than my home

  3. I am 60 or older

  4. My home is in Bradley County, Tennessee

  5. My mortgage and property taxes are current

  6. My household income falls within 60% of AMI

**At this time, we are unable to approve applicants who live in a mobile home.

 

If you would like to partner through referrals, volunteering, or donations please contact, aginginplace@habitatofcleveland.org

 
 

If you have any questions or would like to apply for Aging in Place, please call us at 423-922-7962 or email aginginplace@habitatofcleveland.org.

More Resources

Visit the Grant for Seniors website to view assistance options available for you.