Are you an elderly or disabled resident of Rhode Island? Do you need a wheelchair van? If so, The Mobility Resource has researched and shared the best initiatives for Rhode Island disability grants and for receiving assistance in locating funding possibilities. Peruse the list of agencies and organizations below to learn about your opportunities for finding help paying for your handicap van.
It doesn’t matter if you want to lease or buy a new or used wheelchair van, or if you want to incorporate accessibility modifications (ramps, lifts, pivoting seats, hand controls, etc.) into your vehicle. Disability grants given to meet mobility needs can generally be applied to either.
Rhode Island also has state branches of national organizations, foundations and associations that cater to people with specific disabilities. Track down local contact information for relevant groups and inquire about disability grants.
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SOURCES FOR RHODE ISLAND DISABILITY GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE
New England Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Center
Within the National Network of ADA Centers, the New England ADA Center serves disabled residents of Rhode Island. At the Center, the primary mission is to protect and further the rights, self-determination, independence and quality of life of persons with disabilities residing in the state and the rest of New England. If you’re seeking disability grants for help getting a wheelchair van, contact this resource.
180-200 Portland Street
Suite 1
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 695-1225 or (800) 949-4232
Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL)
OSCIL works to break down barriers people with disabilities face in fully participating in life at home and in the community. This is an essential resource for Rhode Islanders trying to get a handicapped-friendly ride, and for learning about countless other forms of assistance.
1944 Warwick Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 738-1013 ext . 13 or (866) 857-1161
Rhode Island Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
One of the Rhode Island ADRCs specifically works with residents of your county. These Centers are widely regarded as “one-stop shops” for senior citizens and persons with disabilities because they are such comprehensive resources for information, support, services and more.
(401) 462-4444
Rhode Island Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP)
ATAP envisions Rhode Island as a state in which anyone requiring assistive technology has ready access to it. The Partnership is a key ally in acquiring your handicap van, as well as other assistive technologies you may benefit from.
(401) 421-7005 ext. 421
Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council (RIDDC)
RIDDC is devoted to ensuring people with developmental disabilities have all possible opportunities to participate in their communities and to lead their lives to the fullest. They achieve these ends by awarding grant money, and with an array of other services and assistance. If you or a family member has a developmental disability as defined by Federal law, the Council may help you acquire your van or accessibility conversions.
400 Bald Hill Road
Suite 515
Warwick, RI 02886
(401) 737-1238
Rhode Island Division of Elderly Affairs (DEA)
Rhode Island’s DEA is always working to protect and further the dignity, capacity for choice and quality of life for aging and disabled state residents. If you or an elderly or disabled loved one needs a wheelchair van, this is an important resource to contact.
74 West Road
Hazard Bldg , 2nd Floor
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-3000
Rhode Island Division of Veterans Affairs (VA)
The Rhode Island VA strives to thank US veterans for their service by providing the best care and support possible. For disabled veterans, this often means funding the acquisition of a vehicle with handicapped accessories, adaptive driving controls or other accessibility modifications.
480 Metacom Avenue
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
(401) 254-8495
Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS)
As part of the Rhode Island Department of Human Services, ORS endeavors to keep the state’s disabled population working. It offers a variety of services and may help you fund your handicap van with a disability grant if you need it to get to your place of employment.
40 Fountain Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 421-7005
Rhode Island Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)
Federally mandated SILCs operated in every US state, and this is your go-to Council as a Rhode Island resident. While direct action on behalf of individuals is typically limited, they are an excellent source of information. A representative should be able to steer you toward state disability grants to apply toward a handicap van.
20 Nobert Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 337-5888
TechACCESS of Rhode Island
Founded in 1991, this organization is devoted to getting necessary assistive technology into the hands of Rhode Island’s disabled. They loan out devices for trials, provide usage instruction, share information and resources and help state residents locate and secure funding opportunities for assistive technology acquisition.
110 Jefferson Boulevard, Suite I
Warwick, RI 02888-3854
(401) 463-0202 or (800) 916- 8324
These are only some of the resources available for Rhode Island disability grants and assistance.
If you work with or know of another agency or organization in Rhode Island that should be listed here, please forward its information to [email protected].
