Establishes Senior Home Modification Grant Program to fund accessibility modifications for low-income senior citizens.
This bill establishes the Senior Home Modification Grant Program in the Department of Community Affairs to fund accessibility modifications to homes of low-income senior citizens. The program will award grants for home modifications such as ramps, grab bars, stair lifts, and bathroom accessibility enhancements. A portion of the funds will be set aside for low-income senior citizens residing in rural or underserved communities. The Commissioner of Community Affairs will adopt rules and regulations to implement the program, including application requirements and criteria for grant selections.
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