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NewsYubaNet — RegionalJune 29, 2026Nevada

FREED Center's Home Repair Program Faces 49% Funding Cut

The FREED Center for Independent Living is experiencing a 49% reduction in funding for its Fix-It Program, which provides free home modifications and repairs for older adults and people with disabilities. This cut threatens the availability of services that assisted nearly 300 households in the previous year.

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Why It Matters

Residents in Nevada, Sierra, Sutter, and Yuba Counties who rely on the Fix-It Program for home safety modifications may face reduced access to these services due to the nearly half-budget reduction.

Key Facts

  • The FREED Center for Independent Living is facing a 49% reduction in funding for its Fix-It Program.
  • The Fix-It Program provides free home modifications and repair services.
  • The program served nearly 300 households in the previous year.
  • The program operates across Nevada, Sierra, Sutter, and Yuba Counties.

Who's Mentioned

locationSutter County“Service area for the FREED Center.”locationNevada County“Service area for the FREED Center.”locationYuba County“Service area for the FREED Center.”locationSierra County“Service area for the FREED Center.”organizationYubaNet“The news outlet reporting the story.”organizationFREED Center for Independent Living“A nonprofit organization providing services to older adults and people with disa”