As a reverse mortgage advisor I am often brought in to consult with homeowners who are in need of income for basics such as daily living expenses, fuel and medical care. When working with homeowners who are in this position, it is not unusual that their homes have deferred maintenance. Anyone who works with the low-income, senior or disabled community should have Rebuilding Together in their data base.
Rebuilding Together is the nation's largest volunteer home rehabilitation organization dedicated to preserving and revitalizing houses. They have affiliates throughout the US. Rebuilding Together and their affiliates help ease the lives of thousands of homeowners.
Rebuilding Together Orange County is one of more than 250 affiliates in over 850 cities nationwide.
While typical home modifications include installing wheelchair ramps, railings, grab bars, and bathing access equipment, Rebuilding Together Orange County provided most improvements, which allow homeowners to stay in their homes. They allow seniors to "Age in Place". Over 90% of seniors want to age in their homes. All repairs and improvements are provided to recipients free of charge. Attaining a reverse mortgage does not disqualify them from attaining help.
Rebuilding Together will help homeowners with Bathroom equipment, Grab bars, widening doorways, lever handles, ramps, safety fixtures, painting, plumbing, electrical repairs, carpentry and even yard clean-up and landscape.
The homeowner must be unable to perform the work themselves, illustrate social or economic need and own their home.
Rebuilding Together also is an excellent source of contractors with integrity. One of the services that they can help with if you do not qualify for their program is they can help you find reliable contractors and help you general contract your project at a lower than average rate.
To learn more or get involved please contact Rebuilding Together Orange County, 714-667-8174, www.rebuildingtogetheroc.org
National site: www.rebuildingtogether.org
To learn about reverse mortgages, call Angella 866-949-7030 or log onto www.reverse-your-mortgage.com
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