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Yancey Today
By the People, for the People
WAMY Opens Housing Program Applications
Assistance available for low-income families in 4 North Carolina counties
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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WAMY Community Action has opened applications for its housing assistance programs serving Watauga, Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey counties. The programs help low-income families make homes safer and more energy-efficient through repairs and upgrades.
Why it matters
Access to affordable and livable housing is an ongoing challenge for many low-income families in rural North Carolina. WAMY's housing programs aim to address this need by providing critical home repairs and improvements to qualified residents.
The details
The housing assistance programs offered by WAMY Community Action include emergency home repairs, weatherization, and accessibility modifications. Eligible households can receive funding to fix issues like leaky roofs, outdated electrical systems, and lack of insulation. The goal is to improve the safety, comfort, and energy efficiency of homes for families who may not be able to afford these upgrades on their own.
- WAMY opened applications for the housing programs on February 12, 2026.
The players
WAMY Community Action
A nonprofit organization that provides various social services and community development programs in Watauga, Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey counties in North Carolina.
What’s next
Interested residents in the four-county region can apply for WAMY's housing assistance programs through the organization's website or by contacting their local office.
The takeaway
WAMY's housing programs demonstrate a community-based approach to addressing the critical need for safe, affordable, and energy-efficient homes for low-income families in rural North Carolina.
