HOME MAINTENANCE and WEATHERIZATION

CHORE SERVICES

Shopping and limited chore services, including snow shoveling and leaf raking, are available at a nominal fee through youth programs in some communities. For further information, contact local school district or call: 227-8900

HOME IMPROVEMENTS – WEATHERIZATION

Community Development Block Grants

Limited home improvement grants and/or loans are available to the elderly who meet income guidelines. Funds may be utilized for insulation, roofing, ramps, etc. For additional information on participating municipalities, call:

REBUILDING TOGETHER LONG ISLAND, INC.

Volunteers work to restore the homes of low income homeowners so they can continue to live in comfort and safety. All services are provided at no cost to the homeowner.

SENIOR CITIZEN HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

Qualified senior citizen homeowners may apply for interest-free loans to assist with weatherization, exterior improvements, window, door and/or roof replacement and emergency repairs.

Town of Hempstead

Town of North Hempstead

Town of Oyster Bay

WEATHERIZATION REFERRAL AND PACKAGING PROGRAM (WRAP)

Low income eligible seniors are assisted in obtaining weatherization services through local providers. These services include, but are not limited to, boiler repair, replacement of storm windows and doors, caulking and weatherstripping, etc. An individual plan is developed to include the identification of needs and resources and, thereafter, to provide the coordination of services needed. For information, call: