Elderly Assistance Program
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The
Elderly Assistance Program was established in accordance with the
Comanche Nation Housing Authority's Indian Housing Plan and the
Native American Housing and Self Determination Act of 1996
(NAHASDA). This program was created to provide emergency
assistance for low income Elderly
Comanche tribal members in repairing/rehabilitating or providing
storm shelters to qualified applicants homes and to eliminate
health and safety hazards and improve handicapped
accessibility.
The CNHA Elderly Rehabilitation services under this program provide assistance for a maximum amount of $3,000.00 for repairs and rehabilitation to an owner-occupied dwelling. Once an individual has utilized the maximum amount on their home, they will not be eligible for any other assistance for a period of two (2) years.
This program is in the form of a grant, therefore, no reimbursement or payback is required.
Download an Elderly Assistance application in Adobe PDF format. Applications can also be obtained from the CNHA office.
Submit your completed application, signed Privacy Act Statement, and following documentation to the CNHA Office:
- Copy of your Social Security card
- Copy of CDIB card
- Proof of income
- Information as to the age/construction of the home
- Legal description to determine whether or not home site is in a flood zone
- Proof of HOMEOWNERSHIP (i.e. deed, abstract of title etc.)
- Proof of residency so that a determination may be made that the house to be repaired is OWNED by the Elder, in the Elder's name (proof must be in the form of a utility bill in the Elder's name, bearing the address of the residence.)
- Proof that elder is 62 years of age or older
Once the application is processed and approved; an inspection will be scheduled to make an assessment of the requested repairs. If it is deemed to be an emergency, a work order will be submitted to the Maintenance Department to complete the work that requires to be done.
All repairs and/or rehabilitation to the dwelling will be made to eliminate health and safety hazards. Items that will be considered for this program will include, but not be limited to: handicapped accessories, roof damage/replacement, heat and air units, window replacement, kitchen appliances (stove/refrigerator), water heaters, damaged ceilings caused by water leaks, exterior entry doors, storm door replacement, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
Note: The Comanche Nation Housing Authority's Elderly Program was not created to provide cosmetic improvements on any individual home, the purpose and intent of this program is to assist elderly tribal members that are financially unable to obtain services for repair to their homes.
Only emergency repairs or replacement items shall be considered, the term "emergency" is in reference to the immediate urgency for the health and safety of the family living in the home, then to the dwelling itself. Storm shelters are also included, should the cost exceed the $3,000.00 assistance amount, the approved Elder applicant shall provide the balance of the additional cost.
Q: Who administers the CNHA Elderly Rehabilitation
Program?
A: The CNHA Elderly Rehabilitation Program is
administered by the Housing Management Department of the Comanche
Nation Housing Authority under funding provided by the Department
of Housing and Urban Development and defined under the Indian
Housing Plan.
Q: How long will I have to wait for the repairs to my
house?
A: The length of time it takes to accomplish the work to be
done on you dwelling is dependent on:
- Availability of funds;
- The type of work to be done;
- The climate and seasonal conditions where the home is
located;
- The availability of the field service work force;
- Your position on the approved waiting list.
Note: You should update your application yearly.
You must meet eligibility at the time of assistance.
Q: Who is responsible for identifying what work will
be done on my home?
A: A CNHA representative and the applicant will work
collectively to identify the work to be done on the home. The
CNHA will be responsible for communication and coordination of
material and services to be accomplished by the CNHA maintenance
personnel or contractor.
Q: What will the Housing Authority do to identify what
work is to be done on my home?
A: First, a representative of the CNHA and the applicant
or a representative will work together to identify what repairs
need to be done under the CNHA Elderly Rehabilitation
Program. Second, based on the list of emergency repairs to be
done, the CNHA representative will estimate the total cost of
repair to your home not to exceed the maximum amount of
$3,000.00. The CNHA representative will ensure that
Environmental Review Procedures including flood requirements are
met in accordance with 1996 NAHASDA.
Q: Who will perform the repair/rehabilitation of the
work to be done?
A: Qualified construction trade persons employed by this
organization or qualified contractors will perform the
repairs/rehabilitation to the home under the supervision provided
by the Housing Authority.
Q: Will I have to vacate my home while repair or
rehabilitation work is being completed?
A: You will be notified by the Housing Authority office
that you must vacate your home if:
- It is scheduled for major repairs or rehabilitation
requiring that all occupants vacate the home for safety reasons;
or
- If the repairs or rehabilitation would leave the
occupants without heat, electricity or water during a period of
extreme temperatures.
If you are required to vacate the premises for the duration of the
construction, the Housing Authority may assist you on a case by
case basis. The expense for relocation will be charged to the
Elder's assistance.
Q: How will I be advised that the work on my home has
been completed?
A: The Housing Authority office will advise you, in writing
and in person, that the work has been completed. You will
have a final walk through of your home along with the assigned
Housing Authority representative. You will be requested to
verify that you received a Notice of Completion of the work by
signing a copy of the Notice.
Q: What can I do if I disagree with action taken under
the Housing Authority's Elderly Program?
A: You may appeal action by the CNHA's Elderly Program
in writing with all pertinent information, or request a hearing
before the Executive Director who will render a final decision.
Q: Who takes care of the maintenance after the
repairs?
A: The homeowner is responsible for all maintenance to
the home once the warranty period (if any) ends. If repairs
or rehabilitation services do not carry a product or service
warranty, the responsibility for maintenance becomes the homeowners
once the notice of completion is signed. A representative of
the Housing Authority will meet with the homeowners in the home to
go over any questions they might have concerning maintenance.
Once an individual has utilized the maximum amount on their home,
the applicant will not be eligible for any other assistance for
that particular home for a period of three (3) years.
