Critical Repairs

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Our mission: To provide in home safety modification that supports Seniors, People Experiencing Disabilities and Veterans to age in place.

Our Vision:  Helping people be independent, safe and healthy.

Thank you for your interest in Tillamook County Habitat for Humanity’s Critical Repairs program. Tillamook Habitat’s work through the Critical Repairs program will include handicap accessibility modifications (wheelchair ramps, grab-bars, and handrails) and minor home repairs when needed for in-home safety. Critical Repairs is NOT an emergency repair program; there will be a waiting period for repair work to be done.

Eligibility Criteria for the Critical Repairs program are as follows:
  • You must own the home where the repairs are to be made.
  • You must occupy the home as your primary residence.
  • You (or a member of your household) must have a need that makes the requested repairs necessary.
  • Your household income must fall below 80% of the A.M.F.I. (Area Median Family Income). See below charts.
  • Those receiving Critical Repairs services must be present during the duration of the repair work. Any able-bodied household members must help during the project (where applicable). Other friends and family (not in the household) are also encouraged to participate.
  • Applicant must demonstrate willingness and ability to pay for project cost based on a sliding scale.
Required Documents

Tillamook County Habitat for Humanity requires the following documentation:

  • Proof of Income
  • Proof of Homeownership (i.e: property tax docs)
  • Proof of occupancy (i.e: name on a utility bill)
  • Copy of your I.D.
  • Copy of your Veteran documentation.

This information needs to be turned in with your application.

Critical Repairs loans are paid back to Habitat for the cost of materials and labor. These payments are structured to be affordable for families and there is no interest charged! Many times the total cost can be lower if we are able to get materials donated and or get volunteer labor.

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Become a Critical repairs Sponsor

We are seeking sponsors who want to support our Critical Repairs program to ensure that seniors, people experiencing disabilities, those with disabilities and veterans can live safely in their homes. Critical Repairs loans are paid back to Habitat for the cost of materials and labor. These payments are structured to be affordable for families and there is no interest charged! Many times, the total cost can be lower if we are able to get materials donated and or get volunteer labor. helps low-income families increase their quality of life.

Sponsorship levels include:

  • $1,500 Ramp Sponsor
  • $500 Rails Sponsor
  • $100 Hardware Sponsor

Make a sponsorship payment online at tillamookhabitat.org or send a check to Tillamook County Habitat for Humanity at P.O. Box 988 Tillamook OR 97141.