Erie County Senior Home Repair Program
Erie County Department of Senior Services
About This Program
Grant program for Erie County residents age 60+ to make essential home repairs that enable them to age in place safely. Covers repairs that pose health or safety hazards. Prioritizes low-to-moderate income seniors.
Grant covers 100% of essential repair costs up to maximum, no repayment
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Amherst, NY, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Grant up to $5,000 for essential home repairs
- Must be age 60 or older
- Income at or below 80% AMI priority
- Covers health and safety hazards
- Currently waitlisted
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (716) 858-8526
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Applications accepted; currently waitlisted
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