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Sioux City Neighborhood Services Outreach Office

521 Nebraska Street, Sioux City, IA 51102

- DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE: Provides up to $14,999 in closing costs and down payment assistance. Must utilize a local bank and be able to secure a 30 year fixed rate mortgage.

- HOMELESS SERVICES: Provides referrals and assistance with securing vital documents, as well as bus tickets for relocation.

- HOUSING REHABILITATION: Provides direct assistance to improve homes, both owner-occupied and rental, through a variety of programs.

- SECURITY DEPOSIT: Provides a security deposit for those who need assistance.

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Polk County Public Works

5885 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313
Provides emergency repairs for eligible low income families throughout Polk County. Families with incomes equal to or below 80% of MFI may call to apply for assistance. Property must be assessed for less than $200,000. Families may apply for emergency assistance more than once, until the maximum limit has been reached. Maximum amount is 20% of the homes assessed value up to $12,000.

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Jackson County Health Department

415 Health Department Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

Samples residential private water wells for coliform and nitrates upon request of the property owner and refers clients to private labs for more complex well testing. Conducts on-site evaluations of private sewage systems for homeowners. Also licenses private sewage system installers and permits the installation and modification of private sewage systems.

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Tri-County Opportunities Council

405 Emmons Avenue, Rock Falls, IL 61071

Provides eligible homeowners with assistance with minor repairs to improve safe housing.

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Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund, Inc.

939 Office Park Road, Suite 306, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Financially assists homeowners within Dallas County with housing repairs and correcting code violations by offering forgivable loans. It is funded through grants. The mission of the Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund is "to provide and expand safe and affordable housing to low income residents of Dallas County" PROGRAM ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES include: 1) Basic structural repairs: (a) exterior walls (b) roof and roof structure (c) foundation (d) floor joists and ceilings 2) Building systems: (a) electrical (b) plumbing (c) heating 3) Weatherization: (a) insulation (b) windows (c) siding 4) Handicap Accessibility: (a) exterior ramp (b) bathroom facilities REQUIREMENTS: 1) the property to be assisted must be located within Dallas County 2) proof of home ownership of the applicant must be provided. The property to be assisted must be the homeowner's primary residence and a single family structure 3) property taxes and/or mortgage payments must be current and paid to date and there cannot be any mechanics liens on the property to be assisted 4) income limits of the household must fall at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Dallas County. Priority is given to households at 50% or less of the Area Median Income

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Habitat for Humanity of Marion County

2004 Hempstead Drive, Pella, IA 50219

Offers the Critical Housing Repair program for families or individuals who live in and own their home. Individuals will be selected following equal housing guidelines and based on the following criteria, need for adequate shelter, willingness to partner, meet the financial guidelines, and live in Marion County. Services include roofs and siding, furnaces and water heaters, windows and doors, and accessibility issues such as ramps and bathroom modifications. 

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Faith United Methodist Church

1719 South Prospect Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820

Provides minor home repair services. This includes, but is not limited to, repair on things like, doors, windows, handrail installation, furniture, painting, siding and interior construction that doesn't require licensing (no plumbing or electrical work).

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A Plus Lawncare

4935 North 17th Street, Omaha, NE 68110

Provides chore services through the Nebraska AD Waiver program including lawn care and snow removal.

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Ankeny Service Center

641 South Ankeny Boulevard, Suite H, Ankeny, IA 50023
Offers small to minor home repairs to those in need. Repairs must be small and can include (but not limited to) repairs such as painting, minor plumbing, ramp installation, or window screen replacements.

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Senior Services Associates - Aurora

2111 Plum Street, Aurora, IL 60506

Assists property homeowners, who need a small home repair completed in their home in McHenry County. Senior Services maintains a pool of volunteers and service organizations that are able to help with small handyman tasks and yard maintenance.

Staff can also provide a list to connect seniors to preferred professional service providers and individuals for private pay who have consented to a background and reference screening process. This list is a reliable substitute to choosing an unknown service provider from the phone book. Preferred providers are available to perform general home repairs and odd jobs, plumbing, window washing, waste removal, lawn maintenance, snow removal, etc. Based on availability, financial assistance may be an option for seniors who qualify."

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IMPACT Community Action Partnership – Warren County

The Helping Hand of Warren County, 109 East Clinton Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125

Provided at no cost if furnace is malfunctioning. Income must be at or below 200% of poverty guidelines. Applicant must be a county resident and homeowner. Applications are accepted on a year round basis but funding is limited.

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AMBUCS, Greater Champaign County Chapter

Address Confidential, Urbana, IL 61801

Offers enhancing accessibility and supporting individuals with mobility challenges by constructing wheelchair ramps and providing AmTryke therapeutic tricycles for those unable to use traditional bicycles. Additionally, the organization contributes to the development of future healthcare professionals by awarding scholarships to students pursuing careers in therapy and facilitating access to medical training equipment and devices that aid in the practice and mastery of medical procedures and treatment administration.

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Senior Services Associates - Crystal Lake

4704 Three Oaks Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Assists property homeowners, who need a small home repair completed in their home in McHenry County. Senior Services maintains a pool of volunteers and service organizations that are able to help with small handyman tasks and yard maintenance.

Staff can also provide a list to connect seniors to preferred professional service providers and individuals for private pay who have consented to a background and reference screening process. This list is a reliable substitute to choosing an unknown service provider from the phone book. Preferred providers are available to perform general home repairs and odd jobs, plumbing, window washing, waste removal, lawn maintenance, snow removal, etc. Based on availability, financial assistance may be an option for seniors who qualify."

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Habitat for Humanity North Central Iowa

517 1st Street NW, Mason City, IA 50401

Offers exterior home repairs to homeowners that meet income guidelines, who are unable to make the repairs on their own. Assists with minor improvements like painting, landscaping, exterior door replacements, accessibility improvements, and weatherization of the home and neighborhood beautification. Material costs are covered by no interest loans to the homeowner.

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Habitat For Humanity - Dubuque/Jackson Counties

900 Jackson Street, Suite LL5-2E, Dubuque, IA 52001

Offers exterior home repairs to homeowners that meet income guidelines, who are unable to make the repairs on their own. Homeowners pay for materials and Habitat volunteers assist with minor improvements like painting, landscaping, exterior door replacements, and accessibility improvements.

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Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities

3625 Mississippi Avenue, Davenport, IA 52807

**To be notified when applications open, visit the website.**

Offers exterior repairs to porches, minor carpentry, and limited repairs to roofs and siding.  Also provides critical home repairs, minor electrical work, and minor plumbing.

Weatherization work provided for windows, gutters, doors, and storm doors.

Provides smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.

Provides accessibility ramps, grab bars, railings and steps, limited flatwork, and limited bathroom modifications.

Unable to help with major renovations, foundations, and HVAC systems.

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Community Action of Eastern Iowa - Davenport

500 East 59th Street, Davenport, IA 52807

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

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Shelby County Community Outreach, Inc.

1105 8th Street, Harlan, IA 51537

Collaborates with other communitywide groups such as 4-H, FFA, Scout programs, Student Council groups, church youth and adult groups, etc, for projects that may involve yardwork and landscaping, painting, and moving furniture.

Connects clientele with other organizations or services which may help meet their immediate needs.

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Dallas County Habitat for Humanity

95 University Avenue, Suite 1, Des Moines, IA 50314

Offers affordable home repair services for low-income homeowners, allowing them to get work done now and pay for it later – sometimes years down the line. Homeowners are invited to apply for the program and are accepted based on their household income and assessed home value. Services may include exterior repairs (such as roofs and siding), critical home repair (such as furnaces and water heaters), weatherization (such as windows and insulation), and accessibility (such as ramps, grab bars, and bath modifications). 

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Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley

56 South Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
Offers exterior home maintenance assistance for low-income families, elderly, and individuals with disabilities who are struggling to maintain their home's exterior. The scope of projects through this program is limited to exterior painting, light landscaping, and yard cleanup.

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Faith in Action of Edgar County

239 West Wood Street, Paris, IL 61944

Services for individuals who need help due to a health condition, physical impairment, or are homebound for other reasons. Services include: transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, building wheelchair ramps, modified steps, steps and railings, and running errands or grocery shopping.

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Dawson County Family Partners - Cozad

105 East Highway 30, Cozad, NE 69130

Connects youth and families with resources and support.

Navigators are able to “fill gaps” for families by connecting them with local resources and/or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more.

Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile justice while increasing community supports for youth and families.

Coordinates existing resources and matches participants with resources to solve an immediate need.

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Project NOW, Inc.

1830 2nd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201

Weatherization is an individualized and comprehensive program approach to help residents save fuel and money by addressing air leakage and furnace issues. The program ultimately makes a home more airtight, safe, efficient, and comfortable and may include sealing cracks, insulating attics and walls, repairing doors and windows, and minor window repair and/or replacement.

Furnaces may be examined, cleaned and tuned, repaired, retrofitted, and in some cases, replaced.

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Senior Services Associates - McHenry

McHenry Township Recreation Center, 3519 North Richmond Road, Mchenry, IL 60051

Assists property homeowners, who need a small home repair completed in their home in McHenry County. Senior Services maintains a pool of volunteers and service organizations that are able to help with small handyman tasks and yard maintenance.

Staff can also provide a list to connect seniors to preferred professional service providers and individuals for private pay who have consented to a background and reference screening process. This list is a reliable substitute to choosing an unknown service provider from the phone book. Preferred providers are available to perform general home repairs and odd jobs, plumbing, window washing, waste removal, lawn maintenance, snow removal, etc. Based on availability, financial assistance may be an option for seniors who qualify."

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Region XII Council of Government

1009 East Anthony Street, Carroll, IA 51401

- Housing Fund (Rehab) - Loans are available to income-qualified homeowners in Region XII COG communities for home repairs to eliminate health and safety hazards, including windows, doors, roofs, furnaces, etc.

- Housing Fund (down-payment) - Loans are available to income-qualified homeowners in Region XII COG communities for down-payments required for the client to qualify for a commercial loan.

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