Changes to the Housing Aid for Older People Grant came into effect on 1 December 2024, with increased grant amounts and income limits. The grant is for essential repairs to improve the condition of an older person's home. This article explains the eligibility criteria, recent changes, what the grant can be used for, the maximum grant amount, and how to apply.
Changes to a home renovation grant came into effect last month, with increases to the grant amounts and an increase to income limits.
The Housing Aid for Older People Grant is for essential repairs to improve the condition of an older person's home so they can continue to live there.Read more:Social welfare recipients can qualify for €600 bonus with updated schemeWho can claim the Housing Aid For Older People Grant? There are three main conditions to meet to be able to claim the grant. These are:
Recent changes to the grant On 1 December 2024, the rules for the Housing Aid for Older People Grant changed. These changes include: How much is the grant? Since 1 December 2024, the maximum grant you can get is €10,700 or 100% of the cost of the work. This grant can go towards the total cost of the work including the VAT.
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