Home Modification Financial Assistance

What We Are Trying to Accomplish

Why It’s Important

People living with multiple sclerosis sometimes find it necessary to modify their homes to improve access and safety. Modifications may also allow those with MS to maintain a job and remain active and independent. However, these modifications can be very expensive. People with MS may benefit from financial relief through tax credits, grants or assistance programs. Accessible housing can also help people with MS cope better with many of their symptoms.Some home modifications which may be beneficial include:

A roll-in shower or stairway lift can help someone conserve energy to manage fatigue, a common MS symptom.
Handrails or grab bars may help with balance and issues with gait, coordination, muscle tone and strength.
Ramps may help people using a wheelchair or scooter get in and out of their homes easily, which can allow them to keep their jobs and avoid isolation.

The cost of home modifications may range from $100 to $50,000. Home modification assistance programs benefit people with MS by allowing them to stay safe and independent in their own homes. They also result in savings for the healthcare system and the economy overall. They reduce injuries due to falls and premature admission to long-term care facilities.

A roll-in shower or stairway lift can help someone conserve energy to manage fatigue, a common MS symptom.
Handrails or grab bars may help with balance and issues with gait, coordination, muscle tone and strength.
Ramps may help people using a wheelchair or scooter get in and out of their homes easily, which can allow them to keep their jobs and avoid isolation.

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Home Modification Policies

What We Are Trying to Accomplish

Why It’s Important

Help advance home modification legislation in your state legislature.