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INDIANAPOLIS — A local non-profit is on a mission to keep people who are 62 and older in their homes.Sitting on the porch is one of Earnestine Combs' favorite things to do now that she has a new roof and gutters on the way.Combs originally connected with Neighborlink Indianapolis, now known as Home Repair s for Good.
The non-profit provides free home repairs to people 62 or older and adults with disabilities in low income areas. "The ability to age in place is crucial, and we believe it is an integral part of the affordable housing crisis," said Executive Director, Rachel Nelson.Combs' leaky roof was fixed, a new door was installed and a dying tree was cut down.
"I just couldn't even. I went in the house and cried for the tree because I didn't expect that," said Combs."Then, the porch. My boys and I can come outside, sit on this porch when it's raining and just enjoy it."Nelson said at any given time, they have about 400 projects for 200 homeowners.
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