COMMUNITY RESOURCES
REBUILDING TOGETHER ATLANTA
RESOURCES FOR HOMEOWNERS
Rebuilding Together Atlanta home projects consist of major repairs for residents who lack the funds to address major health and safety issues in their home. Using the evidence-based National Safe and Healthy Housing Standard, Rebuilding Together Atlanta conducts home assessments and develop scopes of work that ensure the most important repair needs are met in each home.
EXAMPLES OF REPAIRS PROVIDED
Safe at Home Program
- Wheelchair Ramps
- Steps, Landings, and Handrails
- Grab Bars
- Bathroom and Kitchen Repairs
- Widening Doorways
- Proper Ventilation
- Smoke Alarms
- Remove Tripping Hazards
Energy Efficiency Program
- Air Leak Sealing
- Door Weatherization
- Attic Insulation
- Window Glazing
Beautification and Painting
- Light Yard Work
- Outdoor Painting
- Yard Trash/Junk Removal
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Community resources that may be helpful to you can be found below.
Please note Rebuilding Together Atlanta is not affiliated with any of the following organizations or programs.
Home Repair Programs & Grants
Nationwide
United States Department of Agriculture
Provides grants and low-interest loans directly to homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize homes or remove health and safety hazards
United States Department of Energy Weatherization Program
Provides grants to low-income households to make their homes more energy-efficient, reducing energy costs. To qualify for any of the energy-related grants for home improvements, households are required to live at the poverty line or 200% below. Priority is given to seniors, families with children, and disabled members of the household who need the home to be handicap accessible.
https://gefa.georgia.gov/locations/weatherization-agency
Georgia
United Way of Northeast Georgia
https://www.unitedwaynega.org/
211
United Way of Central Georgia
211
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program
Find a location near you.
https://www.habitat.org/local/affiliate-by-state?state=GA
Cobb County
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program (Cobb County)
https://habitatnwma.org/homerepairs/
DeKalb County
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program (DeKalb County)
https://dekalbhabitat.org/seniors-repair
DeKalb County Senior Home Repair Program
Fulton County
Nehemiah Project (Fulton County and City of Atlanta)
https://www.nehemiahprojectcdc.org/
770-742-0706
Fulton County Senior Home Repair Program
404-612-7193
Fulton County
Nehemiah Project (Fulton County and City of Atlanta)
https://www.nehemiahprojectcdc.org/
770-742-0706
Atlanta
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program (Atlanta)
https://atlantahabitat.org/programs/repair-opportunities/
Meals on Wheels Home Repairs (City of Atlanta)
https://www.mowatl.org/homerepairs
United Way of Greater Atlanta
https://www.unitedwayatlanta.org/
211
HouseProud Home Repair Program (City of Atlanta)
https://www.houseproudatlanta.org/
404-464-5950
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program (Atlanta)
https://atlantahabitat.org/programs/repair-opportunities/
Housing PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Georgia
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
Information on safe and affordable housing
https://www.dca.ga.gov/safe-affordable-housing
404- 679-4840
State of Georgia Affordable Housing
https://georgia.gov/affordable-housing
Cobb County
Cobb County Social Services Collaborative
Emergency shelter, food pantry, and other services
https://s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/cobbcounty.org.if-us-west-2/prod/2018-06/Cobb_Collaborative.pdf
Cobb County Housing
DeKalb County
Housing Authority of DeKalb County
https://www.dekalbhousing.org/
Fulton County
Housing Authority of Fulton County
Atlanta
City of Atlanta Housing Department
404-330-6100
City of Atlanta Affordable Housing Guide
https://www.atlantaga.gov/home/showdocument?id=49461
BASIC ELIGIBILITY
To qualify for and receive our services, homeowners must:
- Own and occupy their home. Rebuilding Together Atlanta cannot work on rental property.
- Be classified as a low-income senior, veteran, or person with a disability.
- Demonstrate a health and safety need for the requested repairs and services in their home. Repairs must be focused around improving the health and safety of living within the home and are not cosmetic in nature.
- Complete the homeowner application and all required intake paperwork.
- Provide:
- Proof of total household income for all individuals residing in the home (i.e., copy of paystubs, copy of social security income, social security or veterans benefits entitlement letter, etc.).
- Proof of home insurance and verified home ownership (i.e., title, property insurance, or mortgage statement).
- Two (2) recent utilities in the homeowner’s name.
- Remain living in the home for at least two (2) years after Rebuilding Together Atlanta services are completed.
NEXT STEPS
If you are an eligible homeowner in the Atlanta metropolitan area who is interested in our services, please complete a digital intake eligibility form here.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high volume of emails and phone calls Rebuilding Together Atlanta receives, please include your full name, complete address (including city and zip code), and phone number in your message. Otherwise, we will not be able to return your email or call. Thank you for your cooperation.
SENIOR AND DISABILITY SERVICES
Nationwide
Meals on Wheels
Find a location near you.
https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/signup/find-programs/
Georgia
EmpowerLine
Resource for aging, disability, and caregiver needs
404-463-3333
Georgia Department of Aging Services
https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services
404-657-5258
Georgia Aging and Disability Resource Connection
https://www.georgiaadrc.com/site/1/home.aspx
866-552-4464
Department of Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)
Information on programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities
404-232-1912
Cobb County
Meals on Wheels Nutrition Services (Cobb County)
https://www.cobbcounty.org/senior-services/resources/meals-on-wheels
770-528-5364
Cobb County Senior Services
https://www.cobbcounty.org/senior-services
CobbSeniors@cobbcounty.org
770-528-5364
DeKalb County
DeKalb County Senior Services
https://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/senior-services/office-aging
770-322-2950
Fulton County
Fulton County Senior Services
404-613-6000
https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/inside-fulton-county/fulton-county-departments/senior-services
Atlanta
Meals on Wheels Nutrition Services (City of Atlanta)
https://www.mowatl.org/getmeals
meals@mowatl.org
404-351-3889
Greater Atlanta Chapter of National Council of Aging in Place
https://ageinplace.org/greater-atlanta/
Mental Health services
Georgia Crisis & Access Line
For access to mental health services and immediate crisis support
1-800-715-4225 (Available 24/7)
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD)
404-657-2136
Veterans
Nationwide
United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Offers grants to veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities to buy or transition to a home that meets their needs while supporting them to live more independently
https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/
Veteran Services
1-800-698-2411
Houses for Warriors
https://housesforwarriors.org/resources/
Georgia
State of Georgia Veteran Services
United Military Care
https://www.unitedmilitarycare.org/services
770-973-0014
Hidden Heroes