Virginia Emergency Home Repair for Seniors

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services

Waitlist Emergency Repair

About This Program

Emergency home repair grants for low-income seniors age 60 and older to address urgent health and safety issues. Administered through Area Agencies on Aging. Funding is limited and waitlists are common.

Grant covers emergency repairs up to program maximum, no repayment required

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Emergency repair grant up to $5,000
  • Must be age 60 or older
  • Income at or below 80% AMI
  • Covers urgent health and safety repairs
  • Waitlist common due to limited funding

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Poquoson, VA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Poquoson early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Limited funding, waitlist common

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