Safe at Home Program

DC Dept. of Aging & Community Living (DACL)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Safe at Home Program in its Washington, DC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

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.

The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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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

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Program phone: (202) 724-5626

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Safe at Home Program in Washington, DC?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $10,000 in accessibility adaptations. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Safe at Home Program in Washington?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Safe at Home Program in Washington, DC?

Confirm the application route directly with DC Dept. of Aging & Community Living (DACL); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (202) 724-5626. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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