Safe at Home

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Benefit program

Safe at Home

State

This program offers you a grant to make changes to your home so that it is safer for you. The grant money can be used for a wide range of helpful home modifications like installing grab bars and hand rails or building ramps for wheelchair use. You may be able to take part in this program if you are 60 or older or you have a disability. You must have limited income.

About this program

This program offers you a grant of up to $10,000 to make changes to your home. These changes can make it safer and easier for you to move around in your home. The grant money can be used for:

  • Installing grab bars and hand rails
  • Building ramps for wheelchair use
  • Designing stair lifts to make climbing easier
  • Creating furniture risers to ease sitting

If you take part in the program, you will get a free safety report on your home to list areas that need improvement.

How do I get help?

To find out how to get help from this program, contact your local office.

Categories

Housing & Utilities

Populations served

Low IncomeAge Greater Than 65 Or Disabled

Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.

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