The Older Adult Home Modification Program (OAHMP) is a program that provides simple, low-cost home modifications and repairs to seniors’ homes. The program is designed to give senior homeowners aged 62 or older the opportunity to “Age In Place”.
OAHMP focuses on helping seniors live independently in their home while engaging in daily activities. Services provided by the OT, RN, & handyman/contractor for home maintenance services are free.
Our program may assist with purchasing adaptive medical equipment that are not covered through insurance: cane, hearing aid, shower chairs, seat assist riser, and much more!
Requirements
- Senior homeowner age 62+
- Agree to visits by OT & RN
- Display need for modifications/repairs
- Reside within service area
- Must income qualify
Eligible Modifications
- Grab bars
- Chair lift*
- Electrical repairs
- Medical adaptive equipment
- ADA Toilet
- Sink and much more!
* Subject to pricing
| PEOPLE IN HOUSEHOLD | HOUSEHOLD INCOME |
|---|---|
| ONE | $62,800 |
| TWO | $71,800 |
| THREE | $80,750 |
| FOUR | $89,700 |
| FIVE | $96,900 |
| SIX | $104,100 |
| SEVEN | $111,250 |
| EIGHT | $118,450 |
Adaptive equipment are subject to assessment by the occupational therapist .
Service areas
Arlington Heights, Bellwood, Berwyn, Buffalo Grove, Cicero, Des Plaines, Maywood, Mt. Prospect, Northlake, Oak Park, Palatine, River Forest, Rolling Meadows, Palatine Township, and Wheeling Township.
CONTACT US: 847-969-0561
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development- Approved Housing Counseling Agency
NWHP adheres to non-discriminatory practices and is an equal employment employer and serve clients with the greatest economic and social need, low-moderate income minority & persons with limited English proficiency.