There are many other organizations across Philadelphia that may be able to help.
As part of the Department of Planning and Development, the Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) funds programs that help people buy their first homes or repair the one they’re in.
Visit SitePHDC offers an Adaptive Modification Program for homeowners living with permanent disabilities, a Basic Systems Repair Program for standard repairs, and a Weatherization Assistance Program to improve energy efficiency.
Visit SiteECA offers free heating system support and home weatherization services for income eligible residents of Philadelphia.
Visit SitePCA Senior Housing Assistance Repair Program (SHARP) includes replacing exterior doors and
locks, rebuilding basement steps, making minor plumbing repairs and replacing electrical
switches, outlets, and fixtures. Priority service is given to income eligible individuals with physical
disabilities who are 60 or older and living alone.
Urban Affairs Coalition’s Community & Economic Development (CED) team has a Foreclosure Prevention Resource Guide to help professionals and homeowners understand and prevent housing foreclosure.
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