Virginia-based government agencies and nonprofit organizations offer disability grants, other forms of financial aid, and resources to state residents seeking a wheelchair van. Whether you hope to buy a handicap van or add accessible equipment to a van, assistance is readily available to you.
Virginia disability grants are your ticket to a handicapped-accessible vehicle. Finding them may seem overwhelming but we’ve already compiled the best places for you to start looking. The groups below either provide financial assistance themselves, or they help you track down the disability grants you’re most likely to qualify for. Contact one or more of these groups and a wheelchair van is well within your reach.
Don’t forget to talk to representatives at Virginia chapters of organizations dedicated to your particular disability. Such associations often provide grants and they can steer you toward other sources.
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 VIRGINIA DISABILITY GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE:
Virginia Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
Use this link to locate the Virginia ADRC that serves your county and its contact information. State residents who are senior citizens or who are affected by a disability can find financial aid, information and other resources that further their independence, self-determination and quality of life.
Virginia Division for the Aging
1610 Forest Ave Suite 100
Henrico, VA 23229
Toll-Free: (800) 552-3402
Richmond/Henrico local: (804) 662-9333
https://resources.caregiver.com/listing/guide/aging-disability-resource-center-adrc
Virginia Assistive Technology System (VATS)
VATS is dedicated to helping disabled Virginia residents acquire the assistive technology they need to actively participate in society. Assistive technology ranges from wheelchair vans to stair lifts to small and not-so-small devices for use in the home and at work.
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, Virginia 23229
(804) 662-9990 or (800) 552-5019
Virginia Association of Area Agencies on Aging (VAAAA)
VAAAA serves the elderly in Virginia, assisting them in meeting mobility and other needs that come with the aging process. Offices are spread all around the state, serving particular counties.
4 E. Cary Street, Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 644-2804
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities
This is the state branch of the national Developmental Disabilities Council. It is devoted to making the Commonwealth of Virginia the best possible place for persons with developmental disabilities. It gives grants to bodies, not to individuals, but it can assist you in locating sources of funding for your handicap van.
Washington Building
1100 Bank Street, 7th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0016 or (800) 846-4464
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
Virginia’s DARS helps older and disabled state residents find and hold down gainful employment. If you need a wheelchair van or handicap van conversions to get to your place or work, this state government agency can probably help you finance it. Find the office serving your area and relevant contact information at the DARS website.
(800) 552-5019
TTY: (800)464-9950
Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS)
Disabled veterans who live in Virginia can receive grants for a handicapped-accessible vehicle through their state’s DVS, along with other types of assistance. You likely qualify for financial aid for mobility and other purposes if your disability resulted from active duty or during care from the VA.
900 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0286
Virginia Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)
This nonprofit organization, part of a national network of SILCs, is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the quality of life and independence of persons with disabilities. Contact the group about finding financial aid and for a variety of other information and services. Use this link to find the one of 16 statewide Centers that serves your county.
Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone/VP: (804) 325-1360
TTY: (800) 464-9950
These are only some of the resources available for Virginia disability grants and assistance.
If you know of or work with another Virginia agency or organization that should be listed here, please forward its information to [email protected].
