For many seniors and individuals with disabilities, essential home repairs are simply out of financial reach. But there’s good news: government-backed programs exist to help you repair, improve, or modify your home — sometimes for very low cost or even free.

In this post, we’ll explore three life-changing programs designed to make your home safer, more accessible, and energy-efficient. Whether you live in a rural area, a city, or are a veteran with service-connected disabilities, there are resources for people with disabilities that you can apply for today.

1. Section 504 Home Repair Program (USDA)

If you live in a rural area, the Section 504 Home Repair Program may be your golden ticket to a safer, more livable home.

What it offers:

• 🏠 Grants up to $10,000 for low-income homeowners aged 62+ (no repayment required)
• 🔧 Low-interest loans up to $40,000 (only 1% interest) for younger homeowners
• 💡 Covers essential repairs like:
  • Roofing
  • Plumbing and electrical
  • Safety hazards
  • Accessibility modifications like ramps and walk-in showers

How to apply:
Contact your local USDA Rural Development Office. Find your local office here »

2. HUD’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program

Even if you don’t live in a rural area, there’s help available through the HUD HOME Program. This program provides federal grants to cities and states, which then fund local housing repair and improvement programs.

What it offers:

• 🧱 Assistance with home repairs, rehabilitation, or accessibility upgrades
• 🏘️ Funding distributed at the local level — varies by city or state

How to apply:
Contact one of the following:

• Your local housing authority
• Community development office
• Area agency on aging
• Or find your local HUD office via hud.gov »

Note: Due to budget discussions in Congress, proposed funding cuts could affect this program. Currently, it’s still active — so don’t wait to apply.

3. Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant for Veterans

This VA grant is designed for veterans and service members with service-connected disabilities, helping them live more independently in homes that meet their unique accessibility needs.

What it offers:

• 🏡 Up to $117,014 in 2025 for:
  • Building a new adapted home
  • Remodeling an existing home
  • Applying toward an already adapted home purchase
• ♿ Covers modifications like:
  • Roll-in showers
  • Ramps
  • Widened doors
  • Accessible kitchens and bathrooms

Eligibility:
You must be a veteran or active service member with a VA-documented permanent and total disability such as:

• Loss or loss of use of both legs or arms
• Blindness in both eyes plus loss of a limb
• Severe burns or mobility limitations

How to apply:

• Online at va.gov/housing-assistance
• By mail or in person at a VA regional office
• Through a Veteran Service Organization (VSO) — they help for free!

Bonus: If you don’t qualify for the SAH grant, ask about the SHA (Special Housing Adaptation) grant, which offers up to $23,444 for home modifications for disabilities like blindness or loss of hand function.

Program Updates and Budget Changes (2025)

There are proposed changes in Congress that could affect some of these programs:

• The SAH grant is secure and even received increased funding.
• The HOME program may face a 60% funding cut (from $1.25B to $500M).
• The Section 504 program may be reduced from $25 million to $12 million.

⚠️ Important: These cuts are not yet final, so apply now while programs are still active.

Final Thoughts + Next Steps

If you or a loved one is living with a disability and in need of home repairs or accessibility modifications, don’t delay. These programs are here to help, and eligibility is broader than many people think.

✅ Visit the links above to find the program that fits your needs
✅ Gather your documents (ID, proof of income/disability, property info)
✅ Reach out to your local office and ask questions — help is available

🗣️ Have you used any of these programs? Drop a comment and share your experience — it might help someone else!

📺 Watch the full video here: Resources for Home Repairs for People with Disabilities

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