The Falls Free Mississippi Coalition (FFMC) is a statewide partnership committed to reducing falls and improving the quality of life for all Mississippians. Through collaboration with healthcare, public health, community and faith-based organizations, aging and veteran services, educators, social services, and policy leaders, FFMC identifies risks, strengthens resources, and advances systems and policies that help […]
The Bridge to Independence Program is a federal grant funded program that aims to help residents of assisted living plan for a transition from a facility to a home in the community. Included in this program is a one-time financial assistance in environmental accessibility adaptation for their home.
Three Rivers’ CTS Program helps residents of nursing homes and ICF/MRs plan for a transition from a facility to a home in the community. Included in this program is a one-time financial assistance in environmental accessibility adaptation for their home.
Home and community-based services are provided to adults age 18 and older who are Medicaid eligible and in need of assistance in the home. Services are provided through the Department of Health and Senior Services and may include home modifications.
Missouri was awarded a Money Follows the Person Demonstration grant in 2007 from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This grant program is designed to support people who have disabilities and older adults who are moving from a nursing facility or habilitation center to a community setting that meets their needs and wants. Participants […]
This Missouri state tax credit may be used to make the principal residential dwelling of a taxpayer with disabilities accessible. A refundable tax credit of up to $2,500 may be claimed in the same taxable year as costs were incurred.
The State Assistive Technology Grant Program, funded under the Assistive Technology Act of 2004, supports comprehensive, statewide programs in each state that improve the provision of assistive technology (often home modification-related) to individuals with disabilities of all ages.
Show Me Falls Free Missouri provides information and resources to help prevent falls and fall-related injuries among older adults in Missouri.
Through its Family Caregiver Support Program, Care Connection for Aging Services provides family caregivers with help installing grab bars, ramps, and other assistive devices to support the caregiving experience.
Senior Age’s Home Safety Program includes home modifications such as the installation of grab bars and handrails, hand-held showers, toilet risers, shower seats, and safety pendants that help with emergency situations. The Agency also helps with arranging a contracted handyman for repairs.