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Home Repair Services
A helping hand when you need it.
We offer home repair services to homeowners so they can continue to live in safe, decent homes for years to come. Some of our home repair work includes accessibility modifications, weatherization, energy efficiency, critical repairs and exterior repair services to remedy code violations and revitalize neighborhoods.
Benefits of our home repair programs:
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Families can live in safe and well-maintained homes.
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Neighborhoods become revitalized.
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Community connections are made.
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Affordable housing inventory is preserved.
Aging in Place (AIP)
Due to limited funding and capacity, we are not accepting new applications for our Aging in Place program for the remainder of 2025. We will continue to process applications received prior to October 31st.
Aging in Place staff are available to assist you with resources and referrals during this time. We may consider applications for critical/emergency repairs, please call our office at 785-234-4322 to discuss a potential critical repair. Please note our program requirements remain the same; applicants must own their home in Shawnee County and be 65 years or older.
Critical repairs that may be considered:
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HVAC (non-working heating)
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Non-Functional Hot Water Heater (or carbon monoxide remediation)
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Plumbing Leaks or Minor Sewer Augering (no sewer replacements will be considered)
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Non-Working Electrical Service (not due to non-payment)
All other interested individuals are encouraged to contact our office after January 5, 2026, for new applications for Aging in Place repair services.
Debido a la financiación y la capacidad limitadas, no estamos aceptando nuevas solicitudes para nuestro programa Aging in Place durante el resto de 2025. Continuaremos procesando las solicitudes recibidas antes del 31 de octubre.
El personal de Aging in Place está disponible para ayudarlo con recursos y referencias durante este tiempo. Podemos considerar solicitudes para reparaciones críticas/de emergencia, llame a nuestra oficina al 785-234-4322 para discutir una posible reparación crítica. Tenga en cuenta que los requisitos de nuestro programa siguen siendo los mismos; los solicitantes deben ser propietarios de su casa en el Condado de Shawnee y tener 65 años o más.
Reparaciones críticas que pueden considerarse:
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HVAC (calefacción que no funciona)
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Calentador de agua no funcional (o remediación de monóxido de carbono)
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Fugas de plomería o barrena de alcantarillado menor (no se considerarán reemplazos de alcantarillado)
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Servicio eléctrico que no funciona (no por falta de pago)
Se alienta a todas las demás personas interesadas a que se comuniquen con nuestra oficina después del 5 de enero de 2026 para obtener nuevas solicitudes para los servicios de reparación de Aging in Place.
This program is available to individuals living in Shawnee County, age 60 or older. Applicants must be the owner of the home and currently residing in the home.
Often, due to limited budgets and physical restrictions, aging adults are unable to make basic repairs on their homes. By addressing these basic repairs often and early, we hope to reduce the need for critical repairs and assist the aging population in the ability to live autonomously and with dignity in their homes without environmental concerns, or structural risks.
Our partnership with the Shawnee County Advocacy Council on Aging, business partners and community donors makes it possible for us to offer our Aging in Place services. To apply for this program please call 785-234-4322.
CAPABLE
We are excited to add a new program to our aging in place service, CAPABLE.
The CAPABLE program is being offered through a partnership between Midland Care and Topeka Habitat for Humanity. It is a person-centered, home-based program that addresses mobility, functionality of the home and holistic healthcare. This free four to five-month program integrates services from an occupational therapist (OT), a registered nurse (RN), and a Habitat handy worker who works together with the older adult to set goals and direct-action plans that improve health, independence, quality of life and safety.
Accessibility Modifications
In partnership with the Topeka Independent Living Resource Center (TILRC), Topeka Habitat offers an affordable accessibility modification program through the Topeka Habitat ReStore. In addition, Topeka Habitat can assist with accessibility modification projects for individuals age 60 and over who own their home and we can connect individuals to additional community resources. Making accessibility modifications to a home can be a daunting and expensive task. Topeka Habitat is dedicated to ensuring safe and decent housing for all members of our community.
This program is managed on a case-by-case and is dependent on funding. Please call (785) 234-4322 for more information.
Rock the Block
A Topeka Habitat for Humanity Rock the Block™ events involves dozens of volunteers concentrating on homes in strategic neighborhoods, making improvements and repairs. The transformation of the neighborhood is impressive and more than just curb appeal improved. Rock The Block helps restore pride in home ownership and strengthen neighborhood connections.
