Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to "fill gaps", either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, 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 the informal and community supports for youth and families. By utilizing Central Navigation, the goal is to coordinate existing resources and match participants with a resource to either solve an immediate need or develop a longer-term coaching relationship.

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.

Home maintenance repairs for elderly homeowners. Including, but not limited to snow removal, lawn mowing, small home repairs, roof repairs, carpentry/electrical/plumbing projects and wheel chair ramps.

Provides critical repairs to owner-occupied properties as funds allow.

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.

Chore assists the elderly with household chores for income eligible individuals.

**Applications available starting September 5, 2023.**

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 modifcations.

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

Serving households up to 80% of HUD Income Guidelines.
HUD Income Guidelines for 2023:
1 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $49,500;
2 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $56,600;
3 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $63,650;
4 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $70,700;
5 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $76,400;
6 person household: Max Household Income (gross) $82,050.

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

Provides home rehabilitation/small repairs to those in need through the Housing Trust Fund. Improvements/repairs can include roofing improvements, siding, window and door improvements, other exterior repairs and furnace replacement.

Applications will be accepted continuously, placed on a waiting list, and reviewed on a first-come, first served basis as funding is available.

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.

Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to "fill gaps", either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, 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 the informal and community supports for youth and families. By utilizing Central Navigation, the goal is to coordinate existing resources and match participants with a resource to either solve an immediate need or develop a longer-term coaching relationship.

Offers support services to individuals to assist them in remaining in their home. Volunteers assist in a variety of ways, including transportation to and from the grocery store, doctor appointments, pharmacy pickups, library pickups, etc. to simple handyman repairs and work (if volunteers are available for the handyman work). Also offers companionship to those in need of friendly visiting.

Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to "fill gaps", either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, 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 the informal and community supports for youth and families. By utilizing Central Navigation, the goal is to coordinate existing resources and match participants with a resource to either solve an immediate need or develop a longer-term coaching relationship.

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

Chore assists the elderly with household chores for income eligible individuals.

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

Chore assists the elderly with household chores for income eligible individuals.

Chore assists the elderly with household chores for income eligible individuals.

Connects youth and families with resources and support. Navigators have the ability to "fill gaps", either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, 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 the informal and community supports for youth and families. By utilizing Central Navigation, the goal is to coordinate existing resources and match participants with a resource to either solve an immediate need or develop a longer-term coaching relationship.

Owning a home can bring safety, stability, and comfort, but repairs can be costly.
We understand that pulling together the cash for a major repair may not be possible for all homeowners. Our Home Preservation Program makes repairs affordable 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.

Repair services fall under four distinct categories:
- Exterior Repairs (such as roofs and siding)
- Critical Home Repair (such as furnaces and water heaters)
- Weatherization (such as windows and insulation)
- Accessibility (such as ramps, grab bars, and bath modifications)

Provides help with repairs to furnaces or replaces furnaces, water heaters, sewer and water lines from the house to the street, and repairs electrical from the house to the pole in the back of the house. Homeowner's income must be at or below 60% of the median for the Omaha area. Does not apply to trailers of any kind. Cannot be a current city employee.

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.

Chore assists the elderly with household chores for income eligible individuals.