I own my home but am inhibited hiring help with simple repairs due to news reports about seniors being scammed. Do you make referrals?

Do you have neighbors or family who have had work done? If so ask who they used and how it went.

Homeowner, if you know anyone who is a Realtor ask them for names of handymen could are responsibly priced. Realtor always have a Rolodex worth of business cards.

Talk to the insurance company who handles your homeowner's insurance. Storm damage should be covered. Also see if your city/town has weatherization grant money for home repairs. Your local building inspector can give you a list of licensed and insured repairmen.
Do NOT use handymen ads in the local pennysaver, most are unlicensed and only semi-skilled and can sue the pants off you if they fall down.