Rebuilding Together Minnesota
Home Accessibility Modification
1050 33rd Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55414
Distance: 1038 Miles
(651) 776-4273
SafeAtHome@rtmn.org
https://rtmn.org/apply-for-help/safe-at-home-program
Service Details
Description
Adaptations to your home to remove barriers for people with disabilities or age-related concerns. Modifications may include wheelchair ramps, grab bars, door widening, lowering countertops and other changes to make life easier and safer. Work can range from simple changes, like replacing doorknobs with pull handles, to major structural projects such as bathroom re-design.
Additional Information
Safe at Home provides home safety and fall prevention modifications and ramps for older adults or those living with a disability so that they can continue to live in safety and independence in their own homes.
Features
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Payment
- Free / no cost to eligible clients
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Specialization
- African American Community
- Disabilities
- Native American Community
- Older adults
- Older adults with disabilities
- People with low income
- Physical disabilities
- Veteran
Eligibility
To be eligible you must:
* Own and live in your own home
* Have homeowners insurance and be up-to-date with mortgage and tax payments
* Plan to remain in their home for at least two years
* Live in Minnesota
* Have a household income that is at or below 50% of the area median income for the Twin Cities Metro Area, as determined by Housing and Urban Development (HUD). (Please contact for additional information.)
* Must have at least one household member who is an older adults 55+ or is living with a disability
Application Instructions
If you have questions or would like an application mailed to you, please contact: SafeAtHome@rtmn.org or (651) 776-4273.
An application is also available on the website.
Fees
This service is free for qualified homeowners.
Area Served
Statewide
Websites
Phone Numbers
Type | Number | Hours |
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Main | (651) 776-4273 |
Last Update
10/9/2023
Other Locations
- Rebuilding Together Minnesota Office 1050 33rd Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55414
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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BH-3000.3500Home Barrier Evaluation/Removal Services Definition
Programs that provide assistance in the form of labor and supplies for people with disabilities who need to install ramps, elevators, stair glides or lifts; widen doorways; install grab bars in showers and bathrooms; lower kitchen and other cabinets; or make other modifications in their homes or apartments to make them accessible. Also included are programs that assess the accessibility of homes and apartments of people who have disabilities and make recommendations regarding necessary modifications.
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BH-3000.3500-700Ramp Construction Services Definition
Programs that provide assistance in the form of labor and supplies for people with disabilities who need to modify multilevel homes or homes that have entrances preceded by steps in order to make them accessible by installing sloping walkways which transcend the levels.
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YH-0300African Community Definition
Individuals whose nationality, ethnic background and cultural ancestry are those of one of the countries and peoples of the continent of Africa.
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YH-6000.6000Native American Community Definition
Individuals whose ethnic background and ancestry are that of the tribal, aboriginal peoples who originated in what is now the United States. Included are Native Americans who are living on or off reservations in rural and urban areas.
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YN-9000Veterans Definition
Individuals who are former members of one of the branches of the armed forces and who, by length and type of services, honorable discharge or release or degree of disability, qualify for the benefits and privileges that are provided by law for ex-servicemen and women.