A new federal grant will help low-income Delawareans age in place. (Kampus Production photo from Pexels)
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity has received a $1,248,610 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide low-income seniors with safety and accessibility improvements — such as grab bars, railings and lever-handled doorknobs — so they can age in place.
“With this grant, the three Delaware Habitats will … complete 180 low-barrier, high-impact home modifications over the course of three years, optimizing each client’s home environment for safety, accessibility and quality of life,” according to HUD.
“We know the positive impact that essential home modifications can have on someone’s life,” said Kevin Gilmore, CEO of Sussex County Habitat for Humanity. “We are excited to partner with the Habitat organizations in Kent and New Castle Counties to provide assistance statewide.”
The Delaware grant was one of 13 made by HUD, totaling $15 million.
