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This program is a collaborative effort between Herkimer County HealthNet, Herkimer County Office for the Aging and the Resource Center for Independent Living. This project was developed to provide financial support and construction management for the installation of wheelchair ramps in the homes of residents who are unable to pay for them. Applicants to the program must meet income and resource guidelines and contribute toward the cost of construction. All ramps are in conformance to the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) construction specifications.

 

Wheelchair Ramp Program Policies and Procedures
Wheelchair Ramp Eligibility Form 

 

Eligibility Requirements
Income/Asset Guidelines:

 

Household Size	Allowable Resources
1	$8,000
2	$11,700
3	$11,800
4	$11,900
5	$12,550
6	$14,330
7	$16,130
8	$17,920

 

* Applicant Must Be A Herkimer County Resident

 

* Cannot Be Eligible To Receive Assistance for a Wheelchair Ramp/Adaptive Railing Under Another Program (VESID, Senior Network Health, etc.)

 

* Must Have A Permanent Need for a Wheelchair Ramp and/or Adaptive Railing

 

* Remain in Residence for At Least One (1) Year

 

* Be a Home Owner, Renter or Have Life-Use of Home/Property

 

* The Applicant will be Required to Contribute to the Cost of the Wheelchair Ramp and/or Adaptive Railing

 

* The Applicant, if Required by the Municipality, Must Secure a Building Permit Prior to Construction

 

* See Wheelchair Ramp Policies & Procedures for Full Eligibility Requirements

 

For More Information Contact the Herkimer County Office for the Aging a (315)867-1121 or hcofa@herkimercounty.org