SOUTHFIELD — Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) announced that the City of Southfield, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County, will receive $3,150,000 in federal Community Project Funding to support the Southfield Aging in Place Program. This initiative will provide critical home repairs for seniors, helping them remain safe and comfortable in their homes as they age.
The federal investment is part of $15.7 million in total funding Congresswoman Tlaib successfully secured for community projects across Michigan’s 12th Congressional District in the fiscal year 2026 appropriations package.
“Every person deserves to live with dignity in a safe home as they grow older,” said Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. “Home repair is a critical need in our community that I hear from residents about at every town hall. This $3,150,000 for the City of Southfield’s Aging in Place Critical Home Repair Program ensures that our seasoned residents can stay in the homes they love without facing unsafe conditions or impossible repair costs. I’m proud to bring this funding home to Southfield and grateful for local partners like Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County who help make that promise a reality.”
The Southfield Aging in Place Program will offer grants of up to $25,000 per household for critical home improvements to low-and moderate-income seniors—those earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income. Repairs may include roof replacements, heating and cooling upgrades, plumbing and electrical work, and accessibility modifications such as ramps, railings, and walk-in tubs. The City of Southfield and Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County expect the program to assist at least 100 households, primarily in neighborhoods south of Nine Mile Road.
“This federal support will make a tangible difference in the lives of our older residents,” said Southfield Mayor Kenson Siver. “More than half of Southfield’s homes were built before 1970, and many longtime residents face growing maintenance costs. With this funding, we can help them stay safe, comfortable, and connected in the community they’ve built.”
“Helping people age in place is not just about fixing houses—it’s about preserving dignity, independence, and the social fabric of our neighborhoods,” said Michele Hodges, Executive Director and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County. “We’re deeply grateful to Congresswoman Tlaib for her advocacy and to the City of Southfield for sharing our commitment to equitable housing solutions.”
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