VA HISA Grants: Up to $6,800 for Home Accessibility
The VA HISA grant pays up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 (non-service-connected) for medically necessary home modifications. Apply with VA Form 10-0103 before starting any work.
Read guidePrograms in New York each set their own dollar caps and waitlist rules. The guides below map what is currently available, with links to the source documents.
The VA HISA grant pays up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 (non-service-connected) for medically necessary home modifications. Apply with VA Form 10-0103 before starting any work.
Read guideBudget $2,200–$5,500 for a straight stair lift, $8,500–$15,000 for curved. Skip Medicare — go straight to your state Medicaid HCBS waiver or, for veterans, the VA HISA grant. Three itemized quotes is non-negotiable.
Read guideHCBS waivers are the largest funding source for home accessibility in the US. Most cover ramps, bathroom mods, and lifts with lifetime caps of $5,000–$15,000 — but 30+ states run waitlists, so apply early.
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