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
Voice
Website
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.