The Iowa Department on Aging (IDA) has a strong partnership with Habitat for Humanity at both the state and local levels. The Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity became interested in aging in place through projects in Denver, Iowa. This interest rose to the statewide Habitat for Humanity, which then connected with IDA to explore […]
The Veteran-Directed Home and Community Based Services program, a partnership between the Iowa Department on Aging and the Veterans Health Administration, uses a self-directed care model wherein participants choose and manage the long-term services they need to live independently. They are provided a monthly budget to contract with the individuals and agencies of their choice […]
This waiver serves individuals with a brain injury caused by an accident or illness, with eligibility beginning at one month of age. Based on assessed needs, services may include adult day care, behavioral programming, case management, Consumer Directed Attendant Care (CDAC), family counseling, and respite. It also covers home and vehicle modifications, personal emergency response […]
This waiver supports older adults in maintaining health, safety, and independence in the community. Based on assessed needs, services may include adult day care, assisted living, case management, and nursing care, as well as assistive devices, Consumer Directed Attendant Care (CDAC), home health aide and homemaker services, chore assistance, and home-delivered meals. It also covers […]
This waiver supports individuals who are blind or have disabilities in remaining safely at home and in the community. Based on assessed needs, services may include adult day care, homemaker services, Consumer Directed Attendant Care (CDAC), counseling, nursing and home health aide care, and home-delivered meals. It also covers home and vehicle modifications, nutritional counseling, […]
This waiver supports eligible individuals in maintaining health, safety, and independence in the community. Based on assessed needs, services may include adult day care, Consumer Directed Attendant Care (CDAC), day habilitation, home health aide and nursing care, and respite. It also covers home and vehicle modifications, personal emergency response systems, supported community living (including residential […]
This waiver provides basic supports to help eligible individuals live safely in the community. Based on assessed needs, services may include Consumer Directed Attendant Care (CDAC), home and vehicle modifications, personal emergency response systems, specialized medical equipment, and transportation.
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.
Rebuilding Together Greater Des Moines is a non-profit affiliate of Rebuilding Together National. It relies on grants and fundraising for funding to support services that revitalize housing. The Safe and Healthy Housing Program of Rebuilding Together Des Moines serves low-income families that live in the Des Moines Metro Area. Services provided include minor and major […]
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services(KDADS) (State Unit on Aging) are designated state-level agencies that develop and administer state plans that advocate for and provide assistance, including home modifications or repairs, to older residents, their families, and adults with physical disabilities. SUAs administer funds, including Older Americans Act funds, which may be used to […]