Safe at Home Program

DC Dept. of Aging & Community Living (DACL)

Active Home Repair

About This Program

Safe at Home provides free minor home modifications and adaptive equipment to District residents age 60+ or adults with disabilities age 18+ to reduce fall risk and support aging in place. Covered modifications include handrails, grab bars, bathtub cuts, shower seats, and stair lifts. Income must be at or below 100% AMI (up to $99,600/individual; $113,850/household of 2).

Estimated at the upper range of published grant amounts ($6,000-$10,000); using $10,000 as the reported maximum.

Key Details

  • Free program, no cost to participant
  • For DC residents age 60+ or disabled adults 18+
  • Covers grab bars, stair lifts, shower seats, handrails
  • Income at or below 100% AMI (≈$99,600 individual)
  • Call DACL to apply, homeowners and renters eligible

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling

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