Financing Vehicle Modification
Modifying a vehicle with adaptive equipment can cost thousands of dollars. There are a variety of resources for financial assistance when modifying a vehicle you own or purchasing a new vehicle with adaptive equipment.
The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA)
NMEDA has a list mobility equipment providers searchable by state.
Helpful Resource: Adapting Motor Vehicles for People with Disabilities
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Car Talk Special Needs Zone
Website has a Special Needs Zone which has info on funding for accessible vehicles, and suggestions for possible sources.
Financial Assistance Resources
Before making a purchase, investigate resources that may offer financial assistance.
Call disability-specific organizations to find out if they have a grant program to help pay for assistive devices
Health Insurance Carrier / Worker’s Compensation – Check with your health insurance carrier to find out if you are covered for vehicle modification.
Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund
Eligibility determined by the Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund Commission and the Mass Dept of Public Health Staff.
Charity / Local Organizations
There may be local organizations (such as Lions, Elks, Kiwanis, or Rotary Club) in your area that would be willing to help fund a vehicle or vehicle modification for an individual.
Massachusetts Assistive Technology Loan Program
Offers assistance in applying for low interest rate loans through 20 access sites across the state.
Phone: 508-751-6431 or 508-751-6428
Email: MassATLoan@eastersealsma.org
MassAbility Assistive Technology Services
Vehicle modifications for eligible MassAbility clients. If eligible for vehicle modification, it is written in the Individual Plan for Employment (IPE).
Contact: Kobena Bonney
U.S. Dept of Veteran Affairs
Offers a program to meet the needs of today’s veterans. The Automobile Adaptive Equipment program issues grants when qualified veterans purchase vehicles which require driving modifications. Additionally, the adaptive equipment is covered at no cost to the veteran.
Manufacturer Rebates or Reimbursements on new vehicle modification
Most major auto manufacturers have a rebate program that reimburses a portion of mobility equipment cost after it is installed on a new vehicle.
Fiat Chrysler Automobility Program
Phone: 800-255-9877
Ford Mobility Motoring
Phone: 800-952-2248
General Motors Accessibility
Phone: 800-323-9935 / TTY 800-833-9935
Toyota Mobility
Phone: 800-331-4331
Mobility by Volvo
Phone: 800-803-5222
Honda Customer Mobility Assistance
Phone: 800-999-1009
Hyundai Mobility Program
Phone: 800-633-5151
Subaru Mobility Assistance
Phone: 800-782-2783
Buying A Used Vehicle
You may want to consider buying a used and reconditioned van. Many accessible van companies also sell used vans.
Quality Auto & Van Sales in Norton
Sells used vehicles that have lifts already in them.
Phone: 800-408-8550.
Ride-Away Handicap Equipment Corp
Sells new and used vehicles. They have several two location, North Attleboro and Norwood, in Massachusetts.
Phone: 800-237-7979
Additional resource to track down used vans for sale:
Call INDEX at 800-642-0249. Ask for the phone number of your Local Independent Living Center which may have a listing of vans for sale.
Craig’s List
Search by region: Boston, Cape Cod, South Coast, Western MA, or Worcester. Enter “wheelchair accessible vans” in search bar, choose “For Sale”
MassMATCH GetATstuff
Welcome to GetATstuff Massachusetts, which is part of MassMATCH, a program of MRC. Here you can search for or list Assistive Technology devices for sale or for free. This online public database reflects the inventory of devices currently available.
Please feel free to browse the listings. However, to post an ad for devices or to obtain a device through this website, you need to log into an existing account or create a free user account. Users are responsible for updating their listings every 90 days.
The goal of GetATstuff Massachusetts is to help get Assistive Technology devices that are no longer being used into the hands of people who need and can benefit from them. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Email: info@requipmentma.org
MassMATCH INFO-line: 877-508-3974
Disabled Dealer Magazine
Advertising source where individuals and businesses place their items for sale.
Phone: 888-521-8778
Talk with a qualified accountant to determine your eligibility for tax credits for vehicle modifications.
More Information:
Adapted Vehicles Driving Safety – National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
NHTSA supports people with disabilities by offering tips on modifying or purchasing a vehicle to accommodate their driving needs.
Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists
Search for a CDRS, driver rehabilitation provider, or mobility equipment dealer to help you or a loved one get back behind the wheel.
Phone: 866-672-9466
Email: info@aded.net
Fact Sheet last updated on: 9/9/2024
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