42 U.S.C. § 12806 — Home repair services grants for older and disabled homeowners

(a) In general: The Secretary must offer a model program providing home repair services for older and disabled homeowners — including inspecting homes, making repairs, and following up to make sure the repairs keep working. (b) Eligible recipients: These services go to homeowners who (1) own and live in the home being repaired, (2) are older or disabled, and (3) belong to a low-income family. (c) Permitted restrictions: Guidelines must require that (1) the assisted home is the homeowner's main residence, (2) preference goes to (A) very low-income families and (B) people with intense needs from non-economic factors — like physical or mental disabilities, language barriers, or cultural, social, or geographic isolation caused by racial or ethnic status — that limit their ability to do daily tasks or live independently, and (3) any fees charged are based on the recipient's income.