Home Fix-It Program

Contact Person: Ralph L. Holzman, Manager

Address: 2601 Highland Avenue, South Birmingham, South Birmingham, AL 35205

Phone Number: 205-325-1416

Established: 1986

Sponsor: Jefferson County Office of Senior Citizens' Activities (AAA)

Target Population: Older homeowners

Percentage of Clients Aged 60 Years+: 100%

No. of Persons Served/Year: 120

No. of Paid Staff: 1 full-time

Most Common Modification: Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting, Electrical, Yardwork

Type of Assessment: Functional/environmental

Assessor: Handyman, Social worker

Providers Education/Training: Yes

Funding Sources: Title III - Older Americans Act, Client payments

Special Features: Commissions older workers to perform modifications/repairs in return for full payment for materials and services, except for a client service fee.

Total Budget: $9,000