Pensacola Habitat for Humanity Receives $66K Grant To Make Renovations For Older Adults

December 18, 2023

Pensacola Habitat for Humanity has received a $66,000 grant to help renovate six homes for older adults in the Greater Pensacola Area.

With the support of this grant, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity will be able to perform renovations for six older adults in the community who would otherwise be unable to afford to repay project costs. To assist older adults in making their homes more accessible and comfortable, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity installs walk-in tubs, handrails, wheelchair ramps, and more! These projects are a part of Pensacola Habitat for Humanity’s
Community Development Program, designed to help homeowners live and stay safely in their owned homes. Not only does these projects prevent older adults from having to relocate, but it helps promote independence and dignity within their familiar surroundings.

To meet qualifications for these renovations, clients must be 65+, own their home, and must be within 0-80% of the area median income (AMI). A two-part Housing Plus Aging in Place (AIP) assessment takes place with a health or human service professional meeting with the homeowner regarding instrumental daily living activities. A complete home repair evaluation is then completed by Pensacola Habitat construction staff to assess problem areas of the home that could interfere with the homeowner’s ability to remain safe and independent in the home.

“We are delighted to partner with Lowe’s in their commitment to community development, particularly in supporting our aging population,” said Sam Young, Pensacola Habitat’s President and CEO. “This grant will empower us to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for seniors, enabling them to age in place with grace and security. This grant is one of many initiatives aimed at creating lasting change and fostering a sense of belonging and support within the community.

On Nov. 11 Lowe’s associates from several local Lowe’s branches joined the Pensacola Habitat for Humanity crew to build a wheelchair ramp for an older adult in the community.

Comments

4 Responses to “Pensacola Habitat for Humanity Receives $66K Grant To Make Renovations For Older Adults”

  1. Deese on December 21st, 2023 7:36 pm

    How do I apply for help. We are in our mid to upper seventies. Our floors are rotting and we are afraid of falling through them. Our income is around thirty thousand a year. We are in bad health and can’t do the work ourselves. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

  2. Bewildered on December 20th, 2023 10:55 am

    I agree with Lou‘s comment. If you fall between the income limit cracks because you worked all your life and saved for your old age there are no freebies whatsoever offered. you not only pay for every item and service – you are stuck with scammers that will take every opportunity to take advantage. home or car repairs – a nightmare! Some of these grants should be made available to hire an ombudsman of some sort – to handle or at least have some supervision over services that people over a certain age limit need to continue living independently. It’s very discouraging – you know you are being ripped off – but need their help

  3. Ovetta Peal on December 19th, 2023 9:47 pm

    I really need help

  4. Lou on December 18th, 2023 9:44 am

    I love these projects….just wish there were no income limitations for the seniors.

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