Home for life
The Home for Life program supports senior homeowners aged 60+ in eligible areas of Greene County by providing dollar-for-dollar matching grants of up to $4,000 for essential home improvements. The program focuses on repairs and improvements that help seniors safely remain in and maintain their homes. Funding can be used for eligible improvements to the applicant's primary, permanent residence.
program goals
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Improve Greene County's housing stock by helping senior homeowners remain safely in their homesthrough critical home repairs that preserve owner-occupied housing.
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Provide accessible housing improvements thus allowing Seniors to be able to age in place.
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Assist Seniors with eligible energy improvements to reduce significant utility price fluctuations forSeniors living on a fixed income.
How it works
Steps to participate & receive reimbursement
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Application Submission:
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Senior or family member of the Senior will fill out initial application that can be found onRestore SGF website (www.restoresgf.com). Application details the repairs to be made andwhy those repairs are deemed necessary to improve the Senior’s health and well-being in his/her home.
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Application Review:
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Once the initial application is approved, the applicant will meet with the Restore SGF Staff, if desired, to go over the project and provide input on the project.
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Bid Collection:
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The applicant must obtain three written bids on all the repairs outlined in the initial application process. After the bids have been collected, the applicant can request another meeting with the staff at Restore SGF to review the bids, to clarify the scope of work and outline the step-by-step process that will be completed.
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Repair Work:
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Work will be completed by the selected contractor, during the process the applicant is free to contact Restore SGF with any questions or concerns during the rehab process. The RestoreSGF staff is available to speak with contractors at any time to clarify any questions the homeowner might have about the work being done or the process. This is to ensure the senior homeowner that they are not being taken advantage of and that they are getting the repairs they are paying for in the end.
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Reimbursement:
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Once work is 100% completed, and inspected by Restore SGF staff and deemed acceptable, the applicant will apply for reimbursement for 50% of the cost of the repairs or $4,000, whichever is less. Restore SGF will process this request and issue payment in the form of a check to the applicant within 30 days.
The Home for Life (HFL) program is a competitive grant program with priority given to applications that best meet factors such as the Restore SGF mission and program requirements. All work must be completed on the applicant's primary, permanent residence. Funding is limited and available while funds remain.
Funding provided by the Greene County Senior Citizens’ Services Fund
eligible repairs
These home improvements enhance safety, accessibility, efficiency, and overall ease of living for senior homeowners, supporting a comfortable and sustainable environment.
Door & Window Replacement
Stair & Railing Installation
Accessibility Enhancements
Roof Replacement
Siding Replacement
Flooring Repair
& Replacement
Weatherization & Insulation
Water Leak Repair
HVAC Repair & Replacement
sewer and water line repairs
Tub & Shower Installation
Mold Mitigation
& Removal
Household income limit
To qualify for the Home for Life for program, your income, based on household size, must not exceed 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View the chart below and select your household size for details.
Median - $87,750
120% of Median - $87,750
Effective June 1, 2026
Applicants may have to provide Restore SGF with their most recent federal income tax return along with their most recent 30 days of payroll/income statements.
