Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP)
City of Cleveland, Department of Aging
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP) in its Cleveland, OH research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Grant for one critical health or safety repair per decade for low-income seniors (60+) and disabled adults (18-59). Covers roof, porch, smoke/CO alarms, electrical, plumbing, and handicap accessibility. Household income must be at or below 35% AMI. Budget ~$900K/year from HUD CDBG.
35% AMI; age 60+ or disability payments
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Cleveland, OH, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Repair-A-Home (RAH) 0-3% interest loan; 50% forgiven after 5 yrs
- Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) ~$10,000-$11,000 avg per job (ward-allocated)
- Healthy Homes Program Free remediation (grant)
- Lead Hazard Control (LHC) Grant Free lead hazard control (grant)
Key Details
- Must be age 60+ OR receiving disability payments (ages 18-59)
- Household income at or below 35% AMI (1 person: $23,050 / family of 4: $32,900)
- One critical repair per 10-year period
- Property taxes must be current or on a payment plan (3 consecutive payments made)
- Contact Department of Aging to apply
How to Apply
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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.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-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).
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Deadline: Rolling, while funds available
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP) in Cleveland?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP) in Cleveland, OH?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Cleveland, Department of Aging; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 216-664-2833. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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