Finding the Money: Disability Adaptations (Ramps, Grab Bars, etc.)
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For Orange Seniors
Tracy Gaudet is our Elder Outreach Worker, 978-544-2259 Ext. 297.
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Pioneer Valley Planning Commission/RCAP Solutions
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission/RCAP Solutions administer the State of Massachusetts’ “Home Modification Loan Program.” The State provides the funding for appropriate adaptations: ramps, chair and stair lifts, kitchen and bathroom modifications so a household member or renter with a disability can remain in his or her primary residence and able to function on a daily basis. Loans are 0%-3% interest, but payments can be deferred until the house is sold, or may be “interest only” payments. Borrowed amounts from $1000 to $30,000; terms range to 15 years. Very generous income limits apply. Once a loan is approved, the homeowner or landlord hires the contractor. Request an application. For Franklin County: 413-781-7168; For Worcester County: 978-630-6725 www.mass.gov/mrc/hmlp
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STAVROS Center for Independent Living
55 Federal Street, Greenfield, 413-774-3001 www.stavros.org. This Center serves as a major resource for people with disabilities. Through the “Home Sweet Home” program, out of their Amherst office, they provide ramps plus other equipment, and many other support services. 1-800-804-1899
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First Call For Help
Assists low-income households in many ways. Information and referrals on where to go to get what you need for disability equipment and services, among many other things.
First Call for Help Franklin County, Community Action, 393 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301 413-774-2318; First Call for Help for North Quabbin, 423 Main Street, Athol, MA 01331 --Athol, Royalston, Phillipston, Petersham, 978-249-4295; 978-575-0818.
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TRIAD
TRIAD, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, works with local Police Departments and Fire Departments, inspect homes and install safety equipment, provide equipment to aid mobility, alert seniors to current scams, give information on tax abatements and deferments and offer support to conserve resources and stay warm. Franklin County-You can reach them at 413-774-4726.
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Other
We have other resources available. Please call: Franklin County Home Care Corporation Information and Referral Service. Contact: 413-773-5555; 978-544-2259; 800-732-4636. Send us e-mail.
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