<p>If you&#8217;re a disabled homeowner, you likely face challenges in navigating your home and in the general upkeep of your property.</p>
<p>If you meet certain requirements, however, there may be grant assistance available for you.</p>
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<p>The federal government and private agencies offer several grant programs to make your home more accessible for you.</p>
<p>Read on to learn whether you meet the requirements to apply for a disabled grant.</p>
<h2>Available Programs &; Eligibility Requirements</h2>
<p><strong>HUD Home Grants</strong></p>
<p>The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers several grants that are designed to assist low-income homeowners in making repairs that are important to the safety of their homes.</p>
<p>One such grant program specifically assists disabled homeowners who need to add wheelchair ramps, lifts and other accessibility features to their existing homes.</p>
<p>Eligible recipients must show proof that they own and reside in the home, that they are physically disabled and that they meet the income standards to be considered a low-income household.</p>
<p>These grant funds may be used for any home improvement project that is designed to remove an obstacle that threatens the disabled owner&#8217;s ability to live independently.</p>
<p><strong>VA Specially Adapted Housing Grants</strong></p>
<p>The federal government also offers home improvement grant assistance to disabled individuals through the Department of Veterans Affairs.</p>
<p>Through the Specially Adapted Housing Program, disabled veterans can receive financial assistance to make their homes more functional and to improve their personal mobility.</p>
<p>Recipients must be veterans of the Armed Forces, and prove both physical disability and ownership of their primary residence.</p>
<p>These funds can be used for lifts, wheelchair ramps and accessibility, and to make kitchens and bathrooms more functional.</p>
<p><strong>Handi Ramp Grants</strong></p>
<p>A private non-profit organization called the Handi Ramp Foundation has been providing wheelchair ramps and lifts to qualifying applicants since 2006.</p>
<p>The Handi Ramp company actually manufactures the equipment they install, providing homeowners with specialized attention in increasing their mobility in their own homes.</p>
<p>Recipients of Handi Ramp grants must prove that they rely on the use of a wheelchair and that they have demonstrated financial need.</p>
<p>Awarded funds are used specifically for wheelchair ramp installation outside homes and lift installation inside homes.</p>
<h2>What Can I Do With Disabled Homeowner Grant Funds?</h2>
<p>Depending upon the particular grant or grants you are eligible for, awarded funds can be used in a multitude of ways to improve your use and enjoyment of your own home.</p>
<p>Wheelchair ramps important for entering and exiting the home and lifts designed to reach bedrooms on the second floor are the most common home improvements made by disabled homeowners.</p>
<p>Many also choose to widen doorways for increased wheelchair access,</p>
<p>lower kitchen counters and cabinets so they can be accessed from a wheelchair, or install special toilet and bathtub features that increase the homeowner&#8217;s safety and security.</p>
<p>Regardless of your individual home improvement needs, there is likely a public or private disability grant program that can offer you the assistance you need.</p>
<p>Visit the websites for each program listed above to learn more about eligibility and fund use as you work toward greater accessibility and mobility in your home.</p>
<p>Marie Lennon is a freelance blogger who writes on home improvements</p>

Are You Eligible For A Disabled Homeowner’s Grant?
