Program Purpose
The purpose of this program is to assist operators in meeting or maintaining the ORH measures of the National Alliance of Recovery Residences (NARR) quality standards.
Overview
Eligibility
Organizations must:
Be operating a Recovery Housing Residence as defined in ORC 5119(A)(17).
Apply for Ohio Recovery Housing Certification or Recertification for the property in need of repairs
Be located in one of the following OneOhio Regions:
Region 3 - Cuyahoga
Region 7 - Trumbull, Mahoning
Region 10 - Hocking, Vinton, Athens, Jackson, Meigs, Gallia, Lawrence
Region 12 - Coshocton, Muskingum, Guernsey, Noble, Monroe, Washington, Morgan, Perry
Region 13 - Ashtabula, Lake, Geauga, Portage
Region 15 - Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Shelby, Logan, Champaign, Miami, Darke, Preble
Region 18 - Marion, Morrow, Knox, Union, Delaware, Licking, Fairfield
A map of the regions can be found on the OneOhio Foundation website.
Appropriate Uses of Funds
How you can use the funds depends on who owns the property being prepared.
If the Property is OWNED by the ORGANIZATION or COUNTY BOARD
If a property is owned by the organization applying for funds, the following repairs are eligible if the application meets other requirements:
Critical repairs to the property identified during the application onsite visit and listed in organization’s quality improvement plan including, but not limited to:
Roof repairs
Window replacement or repair
Repair or replacement of flooring
Repair or replacement of fixtures
Repair or replacement major appliances
Repair or replacement water/ sewer lines
Repair of walls or paint
Repairs or replacement of lighting fixtures, outlets
Repair or replacement of critical kitchen appliances identified during the application onsite visit and listed in the organization’s quality improvement plan, including:
Repair or replacement of critical furniture identified during the application onsite visit and listed in the organization’s quality improvement plan, including but not limited to:
Essential safety equipment identified during the application onsite visit and listed in the organization’s quality improvement plan, including but not limited to:
Fees to remove trash and debris from the property
All repairs and purchases must be completed within three months of approval. Extension requests will be considered but are not guaranteed.
Please note: If a property and an organization are both owned by the same individual, the property is NOT considered to be owned by the organization and would not be eligible for some of the items on the above list. Instead, use the list below of appropriate uses of funds for properties that are not owned by the organization.
Appropriate Uses of Funds for Organizations that ARE NOT Owned by the Organization or County Board
Organizations where the property owner and the organization owner are the same person are eligible for items on this list.
Repair or replacement of critical furniture identified during the application onsite visit and listed in the organization’s quality improvement plan, including but not limited to:
Essential safety equipment identified during the application onsite visit and listed in the organization’s quality improvement plan, including but not limited to:
All repairs and purchases must be completed within three months of approval. Extension requests will be considered but are not guaranteed.
Inappropriate Uses of Funds
Funds may not be used for the purposes below. This is not an exhaustive list.
Salaries or benefits for staff
Major renovations
Purchase of property
Mortgage or rent payments
Vehicles
Food or other consumables
Dishware or household supplies
Cleaning supplies
Costs to hire housecleaners to basic cleaning
Decorations
Bed linens, curtains, utensils, cookware or similar items
Any items not included on the quality improvement plan that is provided after an organization's onsite visit
Repairs or items purchased for properties are not located in the listed OneOhio Regions
Amount of Funding Available
Organizations may apply for a maximum of $10,000 per property, up to $30,000 per organization.
If the repair needed is more than $10,000, the fund may reimburse up to $10,000 of the repair.
Multiple repairs to the property may be included in the application, but the total amount may not exceed $10,000 per property.
Important Guidelines
Organizations must first apply for ORH certification to be eligible for funds.
Organizations must have participated in an onsite dwelling review in the last six months to apply for funds.
Organizations that turn in applications without applying for certification or participating in an onsite visit will have their applications rejected. They may reapply after fulfilling both of those requirements.
Funds are provided on a reimbursement basis.
Funds are only reimbursed after the organization achieves certification or recertification. If the organization does not achieve certification within the timeline outlined in the grant approval letter, funds will not be reimbursed.
Timeline
Applications will be accepted until funds are depleted. Applications are reviewed and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Application Process
To apply for funds, an organization must:
Apply for ORH certification or recertification and list the property in need of repairs on their application.
Complete the onsite review portion of the certification process. If an organization has not applied for certification or has not had their onsite visit in the past six months, their repairs funds application will be rejected.
Review the quality improvement plan provided by Ohio Recovery Housing that identifies items needing to be addressed to obtain certification
Complete the application at the bottom of this page. Each property must be on its own application. If you have multiple properties, you will need to submit multiple applications. Only expenses associated with items listed by Ohio Recovery Housing as needed to obtain certification are eligible for funds. All other expenses will be rejected.
Wait to receive your approval letter. This will usually take about two weeks. The approval letter will be sent to the email address that you list on the application.
If you are approved, you will receive an approval letter that will detail which expenses are approved.
Conduct the repairs for the approved expenses using appropriately licensed contractors and other professionals.
Keep any associated documentation, including receipts, invoices and other documentation. Ensure that receipts and invoices clearly state the purchases and expenses.
Complete your ORH certification.
After you are certified, turn in your receipts, invoices and other documentation to the email address listed on your letter of approval.
Ohio Recovery Housing will reimburse you, via check. The check will arrive in the mail and be sent to the address you listed on your application. This can take 6 to 8 weeks to arrive.
Helpful Suggestions
Do not complete repairs prior to your ORH onsite visit.
Ohio Recovery Housing can only approve items that need addressed at the time of the onsite visit. If you repair the item before the visit, it will not be eligible for reimbursement.
Do not complete the repairs prior to completing your application.
Ohio Recovery Housing can only reimburse for items that are approved. If you conduct the repairs prior to ORH reviewing and approving your application, we will not be able to provide reimbursement. ORH typically takes about two weeks to review applications.
If you are concerned that you may not meet your certification deadline due to waiting for grant approval, speak to your certification review coordinator. ORH may be able to you an extension so you can access the funds and be able to keep your application active.
Only use licensed contractors.
Ensure that any individuals hired to do work for you are appropriately licensed or credentialed for the work.
Purchase quality items.
Ensure items and repairs are quality and will last as long as possible. If an item you purchase later breaks or otherwise becomes usable, you will not be able to get additional repairs funds to address the issue. Consider purchasing items that use less energy or water or will last longer than others to allow for greatest impact over time. We do not know if these dollars will continue to be available, and making smart purchases can ensure that you are getting the most out of this limited opportunity.
Contact ORH if you have questions
If you have questions, we are happy to help.
Contact Danielle at Danielle@ohiorecoveryhousing.org
