Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home

Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home is available to homeowners in Akron, OH.

Funded by the Ohio Housing Trust Fund, this program installs safety modifications for seniors and veterans in Summit County. Includes grab bars, smoke/CO detectors, door locks, step repairs, motion-sensor lights, and other safety items.

Free safety modifications performed by volunteers

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Akron, OH, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Safety modifications for seniors 60+ and veterans
  • Grab bars, smoke detectors, door locks, step repairs
  • Motion-sensor lights and house numbers installed
  • Low-income owner-occupants in Summit County
  • Funded by Ohio Housing Trust Fund

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

330-773-4100

A grant-savvy contractor in Akron, OH can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Akron early keeps your application moving.

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Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling, funded by Ohio Housing Trust Fund

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home provide in Akron, OH?

Up to $5,000 in safety modifications.

Who qualifies for Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home in Akron?

Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home is open to homeowners in Akron, OH. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Rebuilding Together NEO, Safe at Home in Akron, OH?

Apply directly with Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio using the official program link on this page or call 330-773-4100. There is no middleman and no fee.

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