PROJECT FIX

Contact Person: Eleanor Carr

Address: 1654 West Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY 13204

Phone Number: 315-424-1804

Established: 1986

Target Population: Homeowners, usually women living alone

No. of Persons Served/Year: 275

No. of Paid Staff: 2

Most Common Modification: Plumbing, carpentry, electrical, locks, general home modification

Funding Sources: Title III - Older Americans Act Client payments Catholic Charities

Special Features: * Gives presentations to senior groups about making their own home repairs, home safety and avoiding high priced contractors * Provides training to volunteer groups from churches, youth groups, and civic organizations * Has a Directory of Local Contractors who have signed letters of agreement to provide services at a set price * Has a resource list of volunteers from specific areas who will work for senior citizens at no cost

Total Budget: $38000