The program addresses repairs that, if left unattended, would have a direct impact on the health, safety or accessibility of the homeowner. This does not include repair of appliances or exterior maintenance such as yard work. May include exterior painting if there is a code violation or city citation. Included are electrical & plumbing repairs.

The Minor Home Repair program can help with small projects (1-2 hours) with materials paid for by the client. Examples of minor repairs include electrical (replace switches, sockets, plugs on cords, light bulbs; change fuses), plumbing (repair leaky faucets, shower heads, replace flapper valve on toilet, no drain work), carpentry (step repair, trim doors, repair door catches, cabinets, hinges; replace screens), replace furnace filters, evaluate concrete work, install weather stripping, smoke detectors, repair/replace locks. Referrals will be made for larger jobs.

This is a membership based program that provides minor home repair and chores, computer trouble shooting, an annual home safety assessment, information and referral and social and educational opportunities to help older adults maintain their independence at home. Minor home repairs include fixing toilets, replacing thermostats, cleaning dryer vents, adding weather stripping, cleaning gutters, replacing batteries in smoke detectors, and installing grab bars or handrails.

Provide needed home repair assistance to homeowners who lack the skills or resources necessary to undertake the repairs themselves; these homeowners include the elderly, the disabled, and veterans.

The City of Olathe provides several housing programs to eligible homeowners including the Deferred Loan Program which is designed to address current building code violations, upgrade major systems and utilize energy-related improvements, the Emergency Repair Program is for repairs that affect health and safety, the Exterior Maintenance Program assists homeowners who are financially unable to make the necessary repairs after being cited with a code violation; Elderly Homeowner Assistance for general maintenance and a Handicap Accessibility Program designed to eliminate barriers in the home.

Helps with all types of home repairs including repairing windows and doors including locks, installing security bars, kitchen cabinet repair, siding repair, step repair, lighting & wiring repair.

Retired craftspeople from the Raytown community perform light plumbing, electrical or household repairs.

Jerusalem Farm will consider home repair that involves painting, drywall, reparing or building porches and decks, wheelchair ramps, window repair and weatherization. They will not do projects that involve plumbing, electric or foundation repair.

Minor Home Repair program offers assistance for exterior repairs, repairing roofs, furnaces, porches and more.

Metro Lutheran Ministry is providing minor home repair to homeowners 65+ and those with disabilities. They provide home assessments, repair estimates, and repairs to allow seniors and persons with disabilities to remain in their homes. The focus is on repairs that increase security and safety like wheelchair ramps, widening doorways, and installation of safety rails. Weatherization and LED bulb kits may also be available, pending funding availability.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a City of Shawnee volunteer program that helps eligible residents maintain and remain in their home. Work is done by volunteers who can help with trash and snow removal, yard work, limited repairs, and other needs inside and outside the home.

Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City provides minor and critical home repair for homeowners in the communities they serve. Assistance may include minor plumbing and electrical repair.

Provides home repairs related to safety such as: installing grab bars/handheld shower heads, replacing/repairing stair railings, changing light bulbs, replacing batteries in smoke alarms.

The Older Adult Handyman program makes safety-related repairs such as air conditioning and furnace repair, grab bars and hand rail installation, along with other tripping and fall hazard repairs.

RTCC provides essential home repairs and safety modifications like installing grab bars, handrails, taller toilets, bathroom assistive devices, accessible showers, modified steps, and wheelchair ramps