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Referring Agencies Q: Who can receive assistance from Hearts & Hammers?A: Hearts & Hammers applicants must be senior citizens or physically challenged individuals who own and occupy their own single-family home and who do not intend to sell their home within the next two years. Homeowners must also meet the following income eligibility requirements:
To qualify, homes must have a wood or stucco exterior that requires significant painting. Homes with vinyl or aluminum siding do not qualify. Q: What type of home improvements does Hearts & Hammers provide? A: Home improvements are limited to exterior painting and repairs. They typically include painting, caulking, repair or replacement of windows and doors, ramp construction, repair or replacement of exterior light fixtures, landscaping, removal of debris and other services to restore the character of the home and to improve its weatherproofing and security. Hearts & Hammers will not provide any interior refurbishment, major electrical work or plumbing services. Q: How is Hearts & Hammers funded? A: Hearts & Hammers is able to help deserving homeowners thanks to the generosity of many organizations and hundreds of individuals who donate time, money, materials, and supplies. The organization is operated completely by volunteers. There is no cost to the homeowner to participate in the program. Q: When will the work be performed? A: Hearts & Hammers completes all home improvement projects during Program Day events in May and September. Q: Where can I get an application? A: Click on the following link for an application or call Mike Hutson at 952-922-2451 to request that an application be mailed to you. All applicants must review the eligibility requirements and complete and sign the application. Completed applications must be returned to the following address no later than July 7, 2006: Hearts & Hammers - Twin Cities Attn: Home Coordination Committee PO Box 26124 St. Louis Park, MN 55426
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