Housing Aid for the Older Person
Housing Aid for the Older Person is designed to assist older people living in poor housing conditions to have necessary repairs or improvements carried out.
The types of works grant aided under the scheme include structural repairs or improvements, re-wiring, repairs to/ replacement of windows and doors, the provision of heating, water and sanitary services, cleaning, painting and dry-lining.
The level of grant aid available shall be determined on the basis of gross household income and shall be between 30% - 100% of the approved cost of the works. Maximum grant is €10,500.
Due to the limited availability of funding, the above scheme was open for receipt of applications for a specific period of 6 weeks from 4th May 2010 - 30th June 2010. This scheme is currently closed until further notice.
