Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair

Area Agency on Aging of Northeast Texas

Waitlist Senior & Disability

About This Program

Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair is available to homeowners in Mount Vernon, TX.

Provides minor home repair grants for low-income homeowners age 60 and older in Franklin County. Program addresses health and safety issues such as plumbing, electrical, roofing, and structural repairs to help seniors age in place safely.

Average grant for minor health and safety repairs

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

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Mount Vernon, TX, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Grant up to $3,000 for minor home repairs
  • For homeowners age 60 and older
  • Income at or below 200% federal poverty level
  • Covers health and safety repairs
  • Contact Area Agency on Aging for availability

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(903) 593-8311

A grant-savvy contractor in Mount Vernon, TX 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 Mount Vernon early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

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 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: Contact for current availability

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair provide in Mount Vernon, TX?

Up to $3,000 grant.

Who qualifies for Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair in Mount Vernon?

Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair is open to homeowners in Mount Vernon, TX. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Texas Senior Citizen Home Repair in Mount Vernon, TX?

Apply directly with Area Agency on Aging of Northeast Texas using the official program link on this page or call (903) 593-8311. There is no middleman and no fee.

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