HOME MODIFICATION AND REPAIR LOANS | ABLE UP IOWA

Offers affordable loans to individuals with disabilities and seniors to help acquisition of assistive technology, home repairs relating to health and safety (not home improvements to increase the value of the home), service animals, and employment tools. Also offers if qualified a forgivable loan for assistive technology. Offer a sliding scale interest rate ranging from 9-0% based on eligibility.

Most loans have flexible terms, up to 5 years. Most loans are capped at $2,500. Assistive technology loans may go up to $10,000, but there may be a waitlist for loans over $2,500.

Date of Last Formal Update

11/18/2024

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211 Iowa UWCI

Physical Address

130 South Sheldon Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm; Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm; Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm; Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm; Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm;

Fax

(515) 598-7813

Application process

Call for an appointment or apply online

Fee

Varies, call for details

Required documents

Verification of all income, quote, and 2 forms of ID

Eligibility

Open to all Iowans with a disability, diagnosis, or long-term condition, and all Iowans who are ages 55 and older and their families and caretakers

Languages

English

Service area

Iowa

Agency info

ABLE UP IOWA

Provides loans to those with disabilities, 55+, and caregivers for assistive technology and a few other basic need areas.