For many older adults, staying at home is about more than familiarity. Home represents independence, comfort, treasured memories, and connection to the community.
However, aging homes can develop problems that are costly to repair. A damaged roof, failing heating or cooling system, unsafe electrical wiring, plumbing problems, or inaccessible entrances can make it harder for an older adult to remain safely and comfortably at home.
The City of South Fulton’s Senior Homeowner Rehabilitation Program may provide important assistance to eligible senior homeowners facing these challenges.
What Is the Senior Homeowner Rehabilitation Program?
The program provides repair and rehabilitation assistance to qualifying low- and moderate-income senior homeowners. Its purpose is to:
- Correct code violations
- Address health and safety concerns
- Eliminate unsafe or substandard living conditions
- Improve accessibility
- Complete necessary, non-luxury property improvements
The program is funded through the Community Development Block Grant and administered by the City of South Fulton. Assistance is provided as a grant, with a maximum award of $25,000.
Who May Qualify?
According to the City of South Fulton, applicants must meet several requirements, including:
- Be at least 62 years old
- Own the property
- Live in the home as their primary residence
- Have a single-family home located within the City of South Fulton
- Maintain homeowner’s insurance
- Be current on mortgages, property taxes, special assessments, and property liens
- Meet the applicable federal household-income guidelines
Eligibility depends on the applicant’s complete circumstances and documentation. Meeting the basic requirements does not guarantee approval or funding.
What Types of Repairs May Be Covered?
Eligible improvements may include:
- Electrical repairs
- Plumbing repairs
- Roofing
- Exterior windows and doors
- Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems
- Mold remediation
- Lead-hazard reduction
- Accessibility modifications
Accessibility improvements may be especially valuable for older adults who are experiencing mobility challenges or planning ahead for safer aging at home.
Important 2026 Application Dates
The City’s 2026 application cycle opened on July 1, 2026, and is scheduled to close on July 31, 2026.
The process begins with an eligibility-screening pre-application. Applicants who pass the administrative review will receive a link to complete the full application and submit supporting documentation.
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-qualified, first-served basis until available funding is exhausted. Eligible families should not wait until the deadline to begin.
The City has also listed an in-person application-assistance session for:
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Welcome All Park
4255 Will Lee Road
South Fulton, GA 30349
Applicants should confirm the session details with the City before attending. Please access the Eligibility Screening Pre-application link here.
Documents Families Should Begin Gathering
The City may require documentation such as:
- Identification for everyone in the household
- Proof of citizenship or eligible immigration status
- Proof of household income
- Proof of homeownership
- Mortgage and property-tax payment records
- Documentation concerning liens or special assessments
- Proof of dependents, when applicable
Gathering these records early may help prevent delays once the full application becomes available.
Home Repairs Are One Part of Aging Safely at Home
A safe and functional home can support independence, but the physical condition of the house is only one part of aging in place.
Families should also consider whether an older loved one is having difficulty with:
- Meals and hydration
- Laundry and light housekeeping
- Transportation and errands
- Bathing, dressing, or grooming
- Medication reminders
- Social isolation
- Keeping appointments
- Managing everyday routines safely
The mission of Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care services is to help older adults continue living independently in their own homes with dignity and respect.
Seniors Helping Seniors® Atlanta Southwest does not administer the City’s rehabilitation program and cannot determine eligibility or approve applications. Our role is to provide non-medical support that can help older adults continue living safely, comfortably, and meaningfully at home.
Take Action Before the Application Window Closes
Eligible City of South Fulton homeowners should review the official requirements, complete the eligibility-screening pre-application, and gather supporting documentation as soon as possible. Please access the Eligibility Screening Pre-application link here.
For questions about the rehabilitation program, contact the City’s program administrator at 470-855-5778 or visit the official Senior Home Rehabilitation Program webpage.
For information about non-medical support at home, contact:
Seniors Helping Seniors® Atlanta Southwest
Call: 404-793-0677
Text: 404-779-5517
Email: care@shsatlantasouthwest.com
Home repairs can make a house safer. The right daily support can help make staying there more sustainable.