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Furnace repair for homeowners only.

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.

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.

Minor repairs inside home, minor modifications for those within Omaha city limits. (Anything not structural)

Services may include:

- Installing handrails, door locks, and wide-range viewers

- Building wheelchair ramps (depends on slope and grade of property, property lines)

- Minor plumbing repairs - no electrical services

- Installing window locks

- Repairing screen and storm windows and doors

- Interior painting in winter or during bad weather

- Minor weather stripping and caulking

- Changing furnace filter, if filter provided

- Minor plaster or drywall repair

- Installing smoke detectors

- Stairway repair

Provides minor home repairs or modifications to rehabilitate substandard homes with an emphasis on health and safety issues. Some typical repairs under this program include, but are not limited to plumbing and electrical upgrades, roof repairs, and new heating systems.

Makes health and safety improvements to the homes of those who are income-qualified.

Provides programs that homeowners or renters can participate in, including a program to assist families with young children.

Lead Paint and Healthy Homes program makes homes lead safe while also making other improvements. (Homes built before 1978 pose a risk of lead paint.)

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

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

Provides free home repairs to eligible homeowners, on the first Saturday in October. Repairs are prioritized to keeping home warm, safe, and dry.

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.

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).

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."

Grant program to correct critical repairs that threaten the health, safety, and welfare of very-low income households.

Eligible repairs include:

- Heating systems (furnaces)

- Replacement of faulty water heaters

- Repair exterior water service lines

- Electrical problems with the electrical service on the exterior (outside) of homes

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. 

Provides senior care services. Services include transportation for medical or dental appointments, grocery shopping (twice per month), light home repair or maintenance, friendly visits and phone calls (twice per month). Volunteers may be matched with a care receiver for companionship and support. 

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). 

- 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.

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). 

Repairs and rehabilitates homes for low-income households of elderly persons, persons with a disability, and families with children.

May build handicap ramps, including for mobile homes.

Work is supported entirely by contributions of time, labor, material, and money; all able-bodied residents of the home are expected to assist in making repairs.

*DOES NOT provide the following services: roofs, foundations, siding, furnaces, lead remediation, chimneys, or work on mobile homes (other than wheelchair ramps).

Provides zero interest loans for replacements or repairs to roofs, gutters, windows, sidewalks and other concrete, furnaces, hot water heaters, and air conditioners. Some electrical and plumbing work can be provided. Work is completed by licensed contractors.

Program does NOT provide landscaping or tree removal.

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.