Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) / Housing Preservation Grant

How it works

Union County’s official Senior Services page says the county partners with community organizations to provide access to general home modification and repairs that help make homes safer for seniors. The county’s 2025 commissioners journal separately references a Housing Preservation Grant tied to Union County, listing eligible repair categories and indicating it is offered in multiple counties.

What the money or service covers

From the Senior Services page, the county says it provides:

• general home modification and repairs through community partners
• in-home safety assessments and safety-related home items
• minor home repairs through a partner program

From the commissioners journal reference to the Housing Preservation Grant, listed eligible work includes:

• roof repairs or replacement
• handicap modifications and accessibility
• heating unit repair or replacement
• electrical and plumbing services
• health or safety issues
• minor home repair such as floor repairs and door replacements

Amounts and matching

The county’s official Senior Services page does not state a dollar amount. The commissioners journal excerpt does not state a dollar amount either.

How to apply

The Senior Services page directs residents to call Union County Senior Services at 937-644-1010 for information or questions.

Timing and deadlines

The Senior Services page does not state an open or close date. The commissioners journal indicates the Housing Preservation Grant was part of a 2025 discussion and that the program was offered in all 6 counties, but it does not give an application window.