Aging-in-Place Housing Resource Guide 

Navigating the process of aging in place can come with challenges — from home modifications and financial support to navigating community resources. The Rooted in Louisville: Housing Resource Guide was developed by the Age-Friendly Louisville Housing Workgroup to help older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers easily find local programs and services that support safe, independent living at home for as long as possible. The guide also includes information on affordable housing options and related supports for individuals with a fixed income.

Note: This list was updated in April 2026.

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Housing Support, Advocacy & Financial Assistance*

Financial Assistance & Repair Support

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Shared Appreciation Mortgage (SAM) Program: The Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) offers first-time homebuyers a zero-interest, deferred second mortgage for up to 25% of a new home's purchase price to cover down payment and closing costs. Learn about eligibility and find participating lenders through the KHC SAM Program.

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Housing Stabilization Program Reopens: The Louisville Metro Office of Social Services is again accepting appointments for rental assistance and case management for eligible Jefferson County renters. Learn more about income criteria and schedule an appointment using the Housing Stabilization Online Scheduler or by calling (502) 308-3344.

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2-1-1 Home Repair Hotline: A free and confidential Metro United Way service, funded by Louisville Metro Government, that connects eligible Jefferson County homeowners and some renters with local home repair resources and assistance by calling 211 or completing an online form at metrounitedway.org/get-help-now/.

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Hart-Supported Living: Offered by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the Department of Aging and Independent Living (DAIL), the Hart-Supported Living Program provides support to help individuals with disabilities live independently in their homes and communities, avoiding institutional care. Call (502) 229-9716 or visit HERE.

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AARP Veterans Home Modification Benefits Guide: Digital Edition. Connecting veterans and military families with financial assistance programs to modify their homes. Find out more HERE and download the guide HERE.

Community Events, Meetings & Advocacy

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"Roof Over Our Head" Coalition: Community leaders launched "Roof Over Our Head," a new coalition seeking community input on housing affordability and safety in Louisville, as rising prices force residents like Bayleigh Laster to move out of neighborhoods like Germantown where home values have jumped from $75,000 to $270,000 in about 10 years. Community is asked to share their experience to raise awareness. Go to report or article.

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Monthly MHC Education & Advocacy Committee Meetings: Discuss housing justice, fair housing, and vacant property campaigns. Second Tuesday monthly, 3:30–4:30 PM (virtual).

Policy Guides, Planning & Industry Reports

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MHC’s 2025 State of Metropolitan Housing Report: “Housing Louisville's Workforce” was released Tuesday, Dec. 9 and found that KY workforce growth (4.2%) by 2050 falls behind population growth (6.2%). Download a full report on the MHC website or find key findings HERE.

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Free ADU Designs for Public Use: The Office of Planning now offers free, pre-approved ADU building plans from local designers funded by an AARP Community Challenge Grant in 2023, simplifying the permit process and supporting affordable housing options.

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Expanding Middle Housing Options: Two free guides from AARP Government Affairs can help elected officials, other local leaders, planners, and interested residents create effective middle housing legislation. Download the guides HERE.

Discovering and Developing Missing Middle Housing: Offers local leaders, building and planning professionals, and community members insights into missing middle housing and its importance in revitalizing America's housing options. Download the FREE AARP publication HERE.

Development & Community Services

Community Care Campus: Louisville Metro and Volunteers of America are expanding homeless services by building a Community Care Campus that will include a medical respite center for people recently discharged from hospitals who still need care, hopes to break ground by year’s end. See article.

Housing Aging in Place Home Modification Resource List for Older Adults and those with Disabilities

Note: This list has not been updated since August 2021.

A Certified Aging in Place Specialist is educated to know the necessary adjustments and proper modifications needed to accomodate mobility equipment for people with disabilities as well as older adults, that way they can remain in their home and continue with an independent lifestyle. 

 Find a Certified Aging in Place Specialist 

Dr. Eziamara Oguibe-Sheperd
OTD, OTR/L, CAPS, CBIS, CMDCP, CDP 

Contact Information

​​Email: Ezii@caringhearttherapy.com

Phone: 502-661-6196​​​

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