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Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County Awarded 2026 Thome Aging Well Grant to Help Older Adults Age Safely at Home
WESTMINSTER, Md. — Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County has been selected as a recipient of a 2026 Thome Aging Well Grant, supporting the expansion of its Critical Home Repair Program for older adults throughout Carroll County.
Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County is one of just 24 organizations across Maryland and Michigan awarded a share of $3.8 million to help older adults with lower incomes remain safe, healthy, and independent in their homes.
"This grant represents an incredible investment in the well-being of older adults in our community," said Amy Larocque-Rumano, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County. "A safe home is the foundation for health, independence, and dignity. Thanks to the generosity of Enterprise Community Partners and the Edward N. & Della L. Thome Memorial Foundation, we will be able to serve more older homeowners with critical repairs that allow them to remain in the homes and neighborhoods they love. Together, we're preserving affordable housing, strengthening our community, and helping our neighbors age with the dignity they deserve."
Habitat's Critical Home Repair Program assists income-qualified homeowners by addressing health and safety concerns through essential home repairs and accessibility improvements. Services include roof repairs and replacements, HVAC system replacement, accessibility modifications such as ramps and grab bars, and other critical repairs that improve safety, stability, and quality of life. By helping older adults remain in their homes, the program also preserves affordable housing and strengthens neighborhoods across Carroll County.
Launched in 2022 by Enterprise Community Partners, with funding from the Edward N. & Della L. Thome Memorial Foundation, Bank of America, Trustee, the Thome Aging Well program uses a trust-based philanthropic approach that empowers local organizations to respond quickly and effectively to the unique needs of their communities.
"These organizations will have the flexibility to meet older adults where they are and respond to the needs they see emerging in their communities," said Stephany De Scisciolo, Enterprise Vice President of Impact, Evaluation and Population Health. "This is how we ensure that these grants will have the greatest impact—by placing them in the hands of trusted, community-based partners working every day to ensure older adults can remain in their homes and continue to live safely and comfortably in the neighborhoods they know."
To date, the Thome Aging Well program has awarded more than $23 million to 66 community-based, government, and tribal organizations, reaching more than 14,000 older adults through aging-in-place home modifications, workforce supports, preventive health screenings, food access programs, and other essential services.
Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County's Critical Home Repair Program serves eligible homeowners throughout Carroll County by making essential repairs that improve safety, accessibility, and quality of life. The organization believes everyone deserves a safe, decent place to live and works alongside homeowners, volunteers, donors, and community partners to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing.
For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County's Critical Home Repair Program, visit www.cchabitat.org or call 410-751-7722.
About Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County
Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County partners with families, volunteers, donors, and community organizations to build and preserve affordable homeownership opportunities and provide critical home repairs for income-qualified homeowners. Since 1990, the organization has helped local families achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through safe, affordable housing.
Media Contact:
Stephanie Averett
Director of Development
Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County
410-751-7722
