Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP)

City of Cleveland, Department of Aging

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) is available to homeowners in Cleveland, OH.

City-funded repairs for seniors 60+ and disabled adults (18-59). $75,000 per ward in 2025. Covers roof, exterior paint, porch, ramps/lifts, electrical, plumbing, gutters, windows, furnace, driveways, flooring, and cement pathways. Income up to ~65% AMI.

Ward-based allocation; 60+ or disabled

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • $75,000 allocated per ward in 2025 (down from $150,000 in 2024)
  • Income limits: 1 person $37,650 / 2 people $51,100 / 4 people $78,000
  • Covers roof, paint, porch, ramps, electrical, furnace, gutters, windows, driveway
  • Apply through Cleveland Department of Aging or your City Council member

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

216-664-3757

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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 age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-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: Per ward; contact your council member

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) provide in Cleveland, OH?

~$10,000-$11,000 avg per job (ward-allocated).

Who qualifies for Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) in Cleveland?

Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) is open to homeowners in Cleveland, OH. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Age-Friendly Home Investment Program (AFHIP) in Cleveland, OH?

Apply directly with City of Cleveland, Department of Aging using the official program link on this page or call 216-664-3757. There is no middleman and no fee.

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