Town of Brookhaven
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Repair Service
for Brookhaven Seniors

The Residential Repair program provides household maintenance assistance to residents age 60 and over who are homeowners, condominium owners, or apartment renters. The service provides assistance with minor home repairs that do not require the skills of a licensed craftsperson. There is no charge for this service, however, client must purchase any materials required. When work is completed, client is given the opportunity to make a voluntary contribution to the program.
  • PLUMBING: Repairing faucets and replacing washers for kitchen and bathroom sinks; clearing clogged sinks, caulk around sinks, bathtub and showers. No bathtub repairs.
  • ELECTRICAL: Repairing or rewiring lamps, replacing light switches or receptacles, replacing frayed cords. No appliance repairs.
  • CARPENTRY: Installing grab bars for tubs and toilets, safety rails, shelves. Install hardware for shades and mini blinds. Minor repairs to doors and house trim.
  • PAINTING: Interior ceilings where minor water or structural damage has occurred. No Cosmetic Work.
  • WEATHERIZATION: Caulking and weather stripping of windows and doors.
  • CRIME PREVENTION: Installing door and window locks, peepholes.
  • MISCELLANEOUS: Replacing broken single-pane window panes; installation or removal of storm windows and screens. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Replacing of small bedroom and outside fixtures. Cleaning gutters and drains with no obstruction once a year. (One-story homes only).
To Apply Call 451-9092 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.


Expanded In Home Service for the Elderly Program “E.I.S.E.P.”

Residents 60 years of age and older who are no longer able to perform the day to day tasks of managing a home may be eligible for limited Home Care Services. EISEP services range from assistance with paperwork, grocery shopping, errands, help with laundry, meal preparation and light housekeeping, to aid with bathing and grooming.

Caseworkers from the Suffolk County Office for the Aging determine need, eligibility and fees, which are based on a sliding scale. Once a case is opened, the Town’s Senior Citizen Division administers the housekeeper services. Personal care is provided through other agencies assigned by the County.

Housekeeper visits are typically 3 hours, once per week, and may include:
  • Grocery Shopping (nearest supermarket)
  • Errands (pharmacy, post office, library)
  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
To Apply Call Suffolk County Office for the Aging at 853-8200