Christmas in Action is a 501(3)(c) nonprofit volunteer organization that repair homes for the elderly, disabled, and low- income homeowners in the Cleburne area. All repairs are made at no expense to the homeowner. Local business, civic organizations, individuals, and churches help sponsor house repairs through donations of funds, volunteers, or skilled services.
Safe At Home is Christmas in Action's Emergency Repair team. These repairs are performed year around but are limited to approximately $500 per project. Emergency repairs include gas leaks, electrical hazards, wheelchair ramps, heat and air issues, and accessibility issues. Repairs due to storm damage may also be done by the Safe At Home Team.
Use the Emergency Application on the website if the home is unsafe for occupants and/or damage would increase if repairs are delayed. Safe At Home is Christmas in Action's Emergency Repair team. These repairs are performed year around but are limited to approximately $500 per project. Emergency repairs include gas leaks, electrical hazards, wheelchair ramps, heat and air issues, and accessibility issues. Repairs due to storm damage may also be done by the Safe At Home Team. Applications are received throughout the year for emergency repairs for our Safe At Home Team.
Christmas in Action performs most of its projects during the Community Work Day, usually the first weekend in April. Applications are accepted September 1-November 30 for Work Days taking place the following April. Use the Work Day Application for most requests for assistance.
For your application to be considered:
- You must own and reside in your home. Christmas in Action does not make repairs on rental property.
- The home may not be a mobile home (No work except wheelchair ramps will be performed on mobile homes)
- You must be considered elderly (over 60), disabled, or low-income with children.
- You must have home owners insurance coverage.
- All property taxes must be current.
Visit the website to apply.
