How to apply for Home Repair, Safety Work and Remediation (Kalamazoo County Area Agency on Aging)
Kalamazoo County Area Agency on Aging (Region IIIA), delivered under contract by Milestone Senior Services, Community HomeWorks, Community Action and KNHS
Who it's for
Kalamazoo County funds work on older residents' homes so they can stay in them. That includes grab bars, handrails, wheelchair ramps, and furnace and roof repair. It also includes bedbug treatment and help clearing a hoarded home — the county pays for this and most people have no idea it exists. The work is carried out by contracted organisations: Milestone Senior Services, Community HomeWorks, Community Action and KNHS. An assessment comes first and looks at both what you need and your finances. Some services cost nothing; others ask you to pay a share based on what you can afford. Depending on the service and that year's funding you may go on a waiting list, so ask about that on your first call. You do not have to work out which programme fits — describe the situation and a social worker sorts it out. Call 269-373-5173.
An assessment decides this, not a form — it looks at what you need and at your finances together, so neither age nor income alone settles it. Some services cost nothing and others ask you to pay a share based on what you can afford; the county does not publish that scale, so ask. Waiting lists are real and depend on the service, the staffing and that year's funding — ask about the wait on your first call so you know what you are planning around. You do not need to name the programme you want. Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- An assessment by the Area Agency on Aging, which looks at both need and finances
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 269-373-5173
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Home Repair, Safety Work and Remediation (Kalamazoo County Area Agency on Aging). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need an assessment by the Area Agency on Aging, which looks at both need and finances — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
per assessment
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.