REPAIR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s HIP Program is now taking applications for the Repair Emergency Assistance Program.  A request for assistance can be made by picking up an application at the HIP office or at the Reception area at the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Community Building.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES:

• Income verification for all adults in household

• If handicapped or have a health disability a doctor’s certification

• Proof of land ownership

• Request must include the information about the home

• Location

• Brief description of the problems

• Electricity

• Type of Sewer

• Water Source (waterline/well, etc.)

• Number of Bedrooms

• Bathroom facilities

• Type of roofing

• Type of windows

• Type of Basement (full, crawl space, wood, etc.)

• Does dwelling need handicap fixtures

CRITERIA FOR ASSISTANCE:

Priority is given to seniors (55 and over) in need of assistance for home repairs. The REAP will consider applicants if they meet the following requirements:

• An enrolled member of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

• Reside on the Southern portion of the reservation

• Must own and live in the house that requires repairs.

Inquiries about the Repair Emergency Assistance Program should be made to the HIP Program, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, by mail to 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, New York 13655 or by calling 518-358-2272.

Deadline for submission is: July 19, 2013.