Morris Habitat for Humanity Starts New "Aging in Place" Program

Thanks to a Capacity Building Grant from Habitat for Humanity International Morris Habitat can expand their Neighborhood Revitalization Program to now include a new "Aging in Place" program. The new program will be in full swing by this spring!

Richard B. Cooke, Homeownership Sustainability Coordinator will oversee the program. Described as "Home Support for Seniors," the home repair program is targeted at mobility, accessibility and energy efficiency improvements that enable senior residents to continue to live in their own homes longer and to be able to maintain their independence. Eligibility is based on age, income guidelines, home ownership and up to date tax and mortgage payments.

Morris Habitat for Humanity will provide the volunteer labor force to undertake such repairs as correcting code violations, simple water leaks, adding grab bars and handrails, and roof repairs. Basic landscaping projects, such as yard cleanup and sidewalk repairs, also can be performed.

The homeowner's responsibility is to pay for purchased materials unless they have been donated. State-licensed electricians and plumbers often participate "at cost" to help keep the homeowner's expenses to a minimum.

“This is a wonderful addition to all the other programs that Morris Habitat has established,” according to Cooke.

For information, call (845) 797-2213 or email ###a target="_blank">rich.cooke@morrishabitat.org. Information also can be found online at _______________________________________________________

About Morris Habitat for Humanity:

Morris Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles by building homes, communities and hope. Morris Habitat is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; advocating for fair and just housing policies; and providing training and access to resources to help families improve their living conditions. Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all. Morris Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and serves people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion.

Since 1985 Morris Habitat has served 400 households though home ownership opportunities, home preservation, and international home building programs. Of these 79 home were home repair projects and 74 new homes were built as well. Morris Habitat has set a goal of 12 housing starts for 2016, completing 23 homes during the year. In addition, proceeds from the ReStore, opened May 2007, have funded 18 homes and diverted almost 8,500 tons of useable material out of landfills. Located at 274 South Salem Street, Randolph. Store hours: Tues & Thur 10 - 8 p.m., Wed, Fri & Sat 10 - 6 p.m.