Osceola County veterans, residents can apply for home repair help

OSCEOLA COUNTY – Veterans and income-earning residents in Osceola County who need urgent repairs have a resource that can help.

Assistance is available through Osceola County Veterans Services and the Emergency Home Repair Program for vehicle repairs, furnace repairs, well and septic tank repairs, home repairs, and assistance with paying for propane or electricity.

Veterans eligible for services must meet the following requirements:

  • Be honorably discharged and own a DD214
  • Submit financial reports showing proof of need
  • Obtain three estimates for needed repairs

For more information or to request services, contact the Osceola County Veterans Services office at 231-680-4341 or at 215 S. Division St., Hersey.

Home repair assistance is also available to income-eligible residents of Osceola County through the Emergency Home Repair Program.

The program includes emergency home repairs such as the following:

  • Repairs to a leaking roof
  • Repairs to defective hot water or heating systems
  • Repairs to plumbing when the house has no water
  • Overflow of the septic tank or deterioration of the drain field
  • Electrical or gas repairs where there is a risk of fire or where the homeowner is unable to use larger equipment
  • Structural damage leading to an emergency situation
  • Accessibility improvements for people with disabilities in the event of an emergency

To be eligible for assistance, the homeowner must have lived in the home for at least a year and have current property taxes and insurance.

Support is based on income requirements and the homeowner must meet the following income limits:

  • Individual: $40,000 annually
  • Family of 2: $45,800 annually
  • Family of 3: $51,500 annually
  • Family of 4: $57,200 annually
  • Family of 5: $61,800 annually
  • Family of 6: $66,400 annually
  • Family of 7: $70,950 annually
  • Family of 8: $75,550 annually

Candidates for assistance can complete an application and contact the Mecosta/Osceola Emergency Repair Program for an appointment.

The following information is required for the appointment:

  • title deed
  • Proof of current insurance
  • Mortgage statement with current balance
  • Current federal income tax return
  • Proof of current income
  • ID cards and social security cards

For more information, contact Osceola County Administration at 602 W. Upton Ave., Reed City, call 231-832-6196, or email [email protected].

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