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Macomb Community Action
Health and Community Services
21885 Dunham Road, Suite 10, Clinton Township, MI 48036
(586) 469-6999

Handy Helpers

 

The Handy Helper Program provides assistance with household maintenance tasks.

This includes:

  • Replacing fuses, lightbulbs, electrical plugs and frayed cords
  • Replacing door locks and window catches
  • Replacing faucet washers or faucets
  • Installing weather stripping around doors
  • Repairing furniture
  • Installing window shades and curtain rods
  • Heavy-duty cleaning (limited to cleaning appliances, carpets, and rugs; washing walls and windows; and cleaning attics and basements to remove fire and health hazards)
  • Pest control - general (does not include beg bugs)
  • Pest control - rodent

Eligibility:

  • The person must be at least 60 years of age
  • A Macomb County resident

Call the Office of Senior Services to request assistance.

(586)469-5228

Donations Welcome! Checks can be made out to “Office of Senior Services” and notate “Handy Helpers” on the memo line. Send checks to: 21885 Dunham Rd., Suite 6, Clinton Township, MI 48036.