The city will begin accepting applications on January 5, 2026. Assistance will be provided on a first come, first served basis until all applications are processed or until all available funds are committed, whichever occurs first.
Eligibility requirements include that:
- The applicants must own and occupy the home,
- The homeowner must be 65 or older
- The household must be enrolled in the City’s Utility Assistance Program (UAP).
A full list of program eligibility requirements can be found in the program guidelines in the weeks to come. Please return to this website on January 5 for the link to the prescreening application or by calling 311. There will be no waitlists made before January 5.
Eligibility
Households must be enrolled in the City’s Utility Assistance Program (UAP) to be eligible. UAP offers low-income residents a resource to reduce your water and sewer bill by up to $25.50 per month. If you are not currently enrolled, you can still begin the application process for the Home Repair Program. However, you must be enrolled prior to being determined eligible for home repair assistance. To start the UAP application process visit southbendin.gov/uap or call 311.
Additional eligibility criteria include: the property is owner-occupied, property taxes are current, and there is current homeowners’ insurance.
Services Provided
The Home Repair Program will provide roof replacements as determined by a program inspection.
Other Opportunities
- Indiana Energy Saver Program is a statewide initiative to support homeowners and tenants with making their home more energy efficient. This program is being promoted by the City of South Bend’s Office of Sustainability.
- Lead Safe South Bend funding is available to income-qualified homeowners for lead abatement or interim controls that make your housing safer.
- Rebuilding Together St. Joseph County provides a mix of major safety issues and improvement projects in a defined geographic location within the City. Priority given to seniors, veterans, and disabled homeowners who met income requirements.
- Real Services offers energy assistance and weatherization support for income eligible households.
- Learn about resources to support you and your family in the City of South Bend at southbendin.gov/support