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.
This program is designed to assist Alaska Medicaid Waiver beneficiaries with modifications to the home to maintain independence. Modifications have a cost cap of $40,000 every 3 years. The State Unit on Aging, Division of Senior and Disabilities Services approves all project estimates submitted by the recipient’s care coordinator.
Alaska’s Home and Community-Based Waivers provide support to individuals with physical or developmental disabilities so that they may live in their homes or communities. Four waivers include environmental modifications: Alaskans Living Independently; Adults with Physical and Developmental Disabilities; Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; and Children with Complex Medical Conditions.
The HAIP Grant is funded through the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services in cooperation with the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority. The grants fund accessibility improvements to existing homes to address functional limitations for residents with disabilities.
The Home Modification and Accessibility Grant is available to assist Alaskans with disabilities or who are Mental Health Trust beneficiaries. The grant provides funds for home modifications that support a safer home environment. There are no age or income restrictions to apply for this grant. Owner-occupied single family homes are eligible for up to $15,000 […]
This pilot project funded by the Alaska Mental Health Trust and the Mat-Su Health Foundation is examining how home accessibility modifications and enabling technologies may impact participants’ lives by: 1) increasing independence and self-esteem; 2) improving satisfaction and quality of life; 3) becoming more active and integrated in the community; 4) improving health and/or safety; […]
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.
Southeast Alaska Independent Living (SAIL) offers the Home Modifications for Aging in Place (HomeMAP) Program. An assessment is conducted with the resident to evaluate their home environment. A written report of recommendations is generated to share with a contractor or other provider. A small fee is charged based on the client’s ability to pay.
The Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) acts as health insurance for individuals who are age 65 or older, or who have a disability, and who require nursing facility level of care. Services may be provided in an institution or in a home or community-based setting. Individuals eligible for ALTCS may receive home modifications that […]
AzTAP assists persons with disabilities of all types and ages as well as family members, service providers, employers and the general public to become better educated about the value and use of assistive technology. The State Assistive Technology Grant Program, funded under the Assistive Technology Act of 2004, supports comprehensive, statewide programs in each state […]