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Rep. Ashford Announces State Funding for Emergency Home Repair Projects

Area Office on Aging of NW Ohio to make homes safe, accessible for vulnerable Ohioans

Special to The Truth

This, State Rep. Michael Ashford (D-Toledo) announced that the state Controlling Board released $180,000 through the Ohio Housing Trust Fund’s Housing Assistance Grant Program for a local nonprofit to focus on improving housing conditions for area elderly. The Area Office on Aging of Northwest Ohio will work to promote a high quality of life for older citizens through assistance programs.
 

Through their home repair initiative, the agency will provide 48 area homeowners age 60 or older who live at or below 50 percent of the region’s median income with home repairs necessary to maintain their safety, health, or home accessibility.

“Many older Ohioans strive to stay active in their own homes, surrounded by family and friends, to preserve their personal independence,” said Ashford. “By making critical home repairs, we can ensure that aging Toledo residents are able to maintain their lifestyles in a safe and accessible environment and preserve their quality of life for years to come.”

The funding is part of a larger state initiative awarding $5.68 million in 64 Ohio counties aimed at reducing homelessness rates and keeping Ohioans in their homes. Twenty-six nonprofit organizations focused on housing assistance will receive the funds. 

   
   


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