What does it really take to keep seniors safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes?

In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz Keller sits down with Dave Williamson, Housing Services Manager for Polk County, to uncover the programs that make aging in place possible. From $5,000 grants for home modifications to statewide weatherization assistance and emergency repair funding, Dave shares practical solutions available to families right now.

Together, they explore:

• How the Aging-in-Place Program helps seniors 62+ with essential modifications like grab bars, ramps, and tub cutouts.
• Why Weatherization Programs go beyond plastic on windows—think energy audits, blower door testing, and appliance safety checks.
• How the Emergency Home Repair Program provides a safety net for urgent needs like furnaces, water heaters, or collapsing sewer lines.
• Partnerships with organizations like EveryStep’s Healthy Homes Program, making a difference for children with asthma.
• What families in other counties can do to find out if similar programs exist in their communities.

This episode is a must-listen for caregivers, seniors, and anyone working to ensure dignity and safety for older adults at home.

👉 Resources mentioned:

• Polk County Public Works Housing Programs
• 211 (United Way) for local referrals
• Community Action Agencies across Iowa

🎧 Listen now to discover how these programs are changing lives one home at a time.