(H-RAIL)
Overview
The Edgewater Community Council (ECC) HRAIL Program is a City of Chicago
Department of Housing contract that assists seniors through the application
process, makes on-site assessments to determine service needs, and provide
limited home improvements at no cost to applicants. The HRAIL program provides
free home repairs including safety, security and accessibility improvements that
better assist seniors in remaining in their homes.
Types of Repairs
The
types of repairs are limited and mainly minor. They may include, but are not
limited to, grab bars, lever faucets, window/door repairs, floor repairs, wall
repairs, sink repair, stair repairs, bathroom adjustments, carbon monoxide
detectors and smoke detectors.
Eligibility
The ECC HRAIL Program is for senior citizens of Chicago who earn no more
than 80% of the median income, adjusted for family size (please click on Income
Limits), and are at least 60 years of age. Qualified recipients may live in a
single-family home, condominium, or an apartment building with no more than four
units. Renters must have written permission of the landlord.
Income Limits
Family
Size |
80% Median Income |
|
1 |
$41,700 |
|
2 |
$47,700
|
|
3 |
$53,650 |
|
4 |
$59,600
|
|
5 |
$64,350 |
6
|
$69,150 |
| 7 |
$73,900 |
| 8+ |
$78,650 |
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City of Chicago H-RAIL site click here.