For individuals with financial need, Idaho disability grants are key to leasing or owning a wheelchair van or obtaining accessibility conversions and hand controls for adaptive driving. If you or a family member lives in Idaho and requires a handicap van, you’ve made your way to the right web page. The Mobility Resource has found and shared essential state-based sources for funding assistance.
Many of the organizations and state departments included below directly assist disabled Idaho residents by awarding grant money. Others point you toward sources for financial aid. These are the most qualified groups to help you secure funding for your handicapped-accommodating ride.
Also, speak to local offices of charitable foundations and other associations dedicated to your particular cause of impaired mobility. They are promising sources of disability grants and additional support and services.
Mobility Consultations: If you are unsure about what type of conversion would be best for you — or would like assistance with finding financial resources, you can request a Free Needs Analysis and Mobility Consultation at any of The Mobility Resource dealer locations.
Disclaimer: This information is intended to assist you in your purchase or financing of a wheelchair van, and is in no way an offer or advertisement for a free wheelchair van.
SOURCES FOR IDAHO DISABILITY GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE
Idaho Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)
If you need help achieving mobility and independence due to problems associated with aging or a disability, AAA of Idaho is standing by to provide benefits and assistance. Contact a certified mobility consultant for more information.
341 W. Washington
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 334-3833 or (877) 471-2777
https://aging.idaho.gov/aaa/area_3.html
Idaho Assistive Technology Project (ATP)
ATP is a federally funded initiative to help disabled state residents acquire assistive technology to improve their lives. It is administered by the University of Idaho’s Center on Disabilities and Human Development. Ask for advice for securing financial aid for your handicap van or accessibility modifications and equipment.
University of Idaho
Center on Disabilities and Human Development
121 West Sweet Ave.
Moscow, ID 83843
(800) 432-8324
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
Idaho State’s DVR helps disabled residents enter the workforce to earn a living and lead a more engaged life. It offers training, job placement services and more. It may also give you financial aid so you can acquire a wheelchair van that will get you to and from your place of employment.
650 W. State St. Room 150
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 334-3390
Idaho Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)
Idaho’s SILC defines its mission as promoting the philosophy of independent living, choice, self-determination and access for all disabled Idahoans. The council participates in public policy creation, operates Centers for Independent Living around the state and offers other forms of support to the disabled community. Ask a certified mobility consultant for recommendations about where to apply for disability grants.
816 West Bannock Street, Ste. 202
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-9601
(208) 334-3800 or (800) 487-4866
Northwest Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Center
The Northwest ADA Center, funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, is one of ten nationwide ADA Centers. As a disabled resident of Idaho, this is your chapter. It advocates for the rights, independence, equality, and high standards of living for persons with disabilities in the Northwest. Find useful guidance pertaining to disability grants for a wheelchair van through the center.
Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation
University of Washington
6912 220th St S.W., Suite 105
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
(425) 248-2480 or (800) 949-4232
State of Idaho Division of Veterans Services (DVS)
If you’re a disabled veteran living in Idaho, the DVS is your liaison to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the State and Federal governments and additional veterans organizations. It can help you secure a disability grant for a handicapped-accessible vehicle if your mobility limitations are a direct result of military service or VA care.
351 Collins Road
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 577-2310
http://www.veterans.idaho.gov/
THESE ARE ONLY SOME OF THE RESOURCES FOR IDAHO DISABILITY GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE.
If you know of or work with another organization or State department in Idaho that should be included on this page, please forward its information to [email protected].
