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Housing Programs |
Support Services | Transportation
Housing Programs
CDBG Home Rehabilitation
Provides home
rehabilitation and emergency repairs for those living in
Calhoun County and who meet the 80 percent of median income
guidelines. Rehabilitation is limited to $10,000 for
lead remediation and $25,000 in renovations. This
funding is made possible through the Michigan State
Housing Development Authority (MSHDA).
DHS Rural
Supportive Housing
Provides case
management to those who are chronically homeless.
HOME Rehabilitation
Provides major home repairs to houses within the City of Battle Creek limits up to $25,000. Eligible homes will receive final inspection from the City of Battle Creek’s Code Compliance Office and must meet all HUD Lead Based Paint regulations. Funds are deferred over a
five and/or ten year period depending on the dollar amount of the rehabilitation work (must provide proof of all household income, homeownership, demonstrate property taxes are current, and proof of homeowners insurance).
Program Available In: City of Battle Creek
Home Weatherization
Community Action’s Home Weatherization Program provides weatherization services to those meeting the 150
percent of the poverty income guidelines. Weatherization services may include attic/wall insulation, caulking, refrigerator replacement, venting, weather-stripping, glass replacement, door repair/replacement, minor roof and foundation repair. Must provide all household income
for the past 12 months, homeownership or sign landlord/tenant agreement if rental unit(s), and history of fuel costs for the past 12 months.
Program Available In: Barry, Branch, Calhoun,
and St. Joseph Counties
Referrals for Food, Clothing, and Personal Items
This program provides referrals to individuals and families who need food, clothing, and personal items, but who cannot afford them.
Eligibility: Meet HUD income guidelines and reside in the City of Battle Creek
Program Available In: City of Battle Creek only
Senior Minor Home
Repair
Provides minor home
repair for low-income senior homeowners living
outside the Battle Creek area in Calhoun County.
Senior homeowners, below 200 percent of the poverty level are eligible for this service,
which offers permanent restoration and/or renovation
to extend the life of a senior’s home. This program
is funded through the Calhoun County Senior Millage.
Support Services

Community Action Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Community Action-VITA is a free service for low- to moderate-income working families to make them aware of Federal and Michigan tax credits, and to assist them in receiving their credits and refunds without fees or interest.
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Assist with up to a 30-day supply of primary fuel, electric and water. Client must show proof of all household income, shut off, payment history, regular monthly bill, and decision notice from the
Department of Human Services. Program Available In: Barry, Branch, Calhoun, and St. Joseph Counties Emergency Services Contract
Assist in one-time emergency utility, shelter, property taxes, emergency hotel/motel assistance, etc.
Program Available In: Calhoun County
This is the Agency’s annual fund-raiser that is held every 4th Saturday in February. Assist in one-time emergency utility assistance. Assistance through the
Walk for Warmth program must be heat related such as deliverable fuel, metered gas or electric.
Transportation
Vans with and without lifts are available to
transport seniors over age 60 and disabled persons
of any age to medical appointments, employment
sites, congregate meal centers, grocery shopping,
and other necessary trips. Community Action vans are
equipped with cellular phones for emergency use.
Services are provided at no cost to the passenger,
but donations are accepted.
Disabled persons under 60 years of age must have a
disability form filled out by a physician stating their
disability. Forms are available by calling (269)
565-4144 or 800-994-9876 and staff will mail to you or
fax to your physician.
Service is provided in the Battle Creek area Monday
through Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm; and in the Albion
area Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Service must be scheduled 24 hours in advance, and are
subject to availability. Transportation is provided by
professional and courteous Community Action staff.
Eligibility: Seniors 60 years of age and older, or
disabled persons of any age.
NOTE: Eligibility for Transportation is not based on
income; seniors and disabled persons of all financial
levels are invited to request needed services.
Program Available In: Calhoun County
To arrange service in Battle Creek and other areas of
western Calhoun County, phone: (269) 565-4144, Toll
Free: 1-800-994-9876
To arrange service in Albion, Tekonsha, Homer, and
other areas in eastern Calhoun County, phone: (269)
565-4144, Toll Free: 1-800-994-9876 Please Note:
Community Action is committed to ensuring that no person
is denied the benefits of its transit services on the
basis of race, color, or national origin, as protected
by Title VI. For more information, click
here. This
institution is an equal opportunity provider. Equal
Opportunity Employer.
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