BEVERLY HILLS—On Thursday, October 23, the city of Beverly Hills posted on its Facebook page that its Handy Worker Program is here to help to make one’s home safer and more comfortable, as we approach the holidays.
Eligible tenants in multi-family housing can receive up to $1,000 reimbursed for small home improvements such as:
-Shower grab bars
-Door handle replacements
-Wheelchair ramps
How it works:
-Submit a Pre-Approval Application with documents
-Complete your approved project
-Submit your Completed Work Application
-Get reimbursed!
Individuals should apply soon as funding is limited and spots may fill up before the holidays.
The program meets Housing Element Implementation Programs 9.3 and 11.5, which aim to preserve existing housing stock and assist with aging-in-place.
The program prioritizes seniors (household with a member 62 years or older) that meet the qualifying income restrictions and currently reside in a multi-family property in the City of Beverly Hills. The applicants must be listed on the lease and hold renters’ insurance for the unit if required by their leasing terms. Additionally, the property must be leased for a minimum of one year at the time of application.
Applicants will qualify based on total household income (for all members 18 years or older) maximums for very low-income households per the L.A. County Median Income Guidelines applicable at the time of program application. Applicants can also qualify by showing proof of enrollment in any of the following programs: The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) or Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA).
To learn more and to apply for the program visit: www.BEVERLYHILLS.ORG/HANDYWORKER. Applications can be submitted via email, online or via postal mail.
By Danny Jones