KEEPING SENIORS SAFE IN THEIR HOMES

Any homeowner will tell you that there is always something that needs to be fixed when you own a home. But for seniors who live alone, keeping up on minor home repairs as easy as a leaky faucet is sometimes an impossible task. So they live with the problem.

We know it is important for seniors to stay independent and living in their own home as long as possible. So we want to do what we can to help them keep up with those small repairs that can pop up – especially those repairs that can cause a safety issue.

Due to limited staff, not all minor home repair requests can be honored. We will review all requests on a case-by-cases basis.

What Is The Minor Home Repair Service?

DSCC has skilled and knowledgeable staff who provide small home repairs that are usually too minor to call a contractor. Our maintenance team offers small home repair services for our seniors for just $40 an hour.

Our team goes out to the senior’s home, provides an estimate and then will fix the issue leaving the senior with their problem fixed and with less stress and worry.

What Kind Of Repairs Are Considered Small Home Repairs?

From small repairs to keep our seniors safe to outside fixes, our team helps keep our seniors safe and comfortable in their homes.

Below are some of the many areas where our team of skilled handymen can assist our seniors who live in their homes.

Safety Repairs / Installations

• Grab-bars
• Bath benches
• Transfer benches
• Hand-held showers
• Raised toilet seats
• Hand and stair railings
• Install non-skid strips on stairs
• Window locks
• Locks and deadbolts
• Peepholes
• Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors

Outside Maintenance / Repairs

• Trim bushes
• Rake leaves

Carpentry / General Maintenance

• Door handles with lever-type handles
• Shelving
• Weather stripping
• Filters on heating systems
• Wall Repairs

Who Pays For Minor Home Repairs?

The Minor Home Repairs service is offered by DSCC but the cost of the home repairs are the responsibility of the senior. The Minor Home Repair services we provide are offered at a rate of $40 / hour.

How To Sign Up For Minor Home Repairs

If you have a loved one who lives in their own home and needs some assistance with minor home repairs, please contact our office by email or by phone at (630) 620-0804.