Last Updated on August 23, 2023 by Hannah Stevens
Missouri residents have many options to obtain disability grants and assistance to help them afford a handicap van. These resources listed on this page may help you get financial aid. There are contributions to purchase or lease a handicap van, or to convert one with modifications like wheelchair or scooter lifts or ramps, turning automotive seating systems, or hand controls for adaptive driving.
Several of these associations, agencies, and organizations provide grants for disabled people for a handicapped-accessible van. While some assist you in finding (and also possibly apply for) Missouri disability grants for which you may be qualified.
Furthermore, don’t forget to check with your local chapter of disability-specific charitable organizations for grant money and other assistance if you don’t have enough funds of your own for a wheelchair van.
Sources for Missouri Disability Grants and Assistance
Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT)
MoAT provides a range of support and services to increase access to assistive technology for persons with disabilities in Missouri. They don’t offer grants for accessible cars. However, they do offer financing options through Show Me Loans for handicapped-friendly vehicles.
Contact Information:
1501 NW Jefferson Street
Blue Springs, MO 64015
(816) 655-6700 or (800) 647-8557
Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (ma4)
The ma4 operates the Area Agencies on Aging in Missouri. It was established in 1973 to support senior citizens and provide resources and services. The Ma4 can assist you in finding funding assistance if you or someone you love needs a wheelchair van due to age-related impairments.
Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC)
MODDC provides services to people with a developmental disability residing in Missouri, as defined in Federal law. Moreover, it works alongside their families. The Council intends to promote full integration, inclusion, and participation in the community.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 687
1706 E. Elm Street
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-8611 or (800) 500-7878
This is almost the same as the DDC Disability Grants in Montana.
Missouri Veterans Commission
The Missouri Veterans Commission offers information to veterans and their dependents on the assistance and services they have access to. The commission also facilitates access to obtain these entitlements. This includes grants money for wheelchair vans and other necessities for disabled vets.
Contact Information:
205 Jefferson Street
12th Floor Jefferson Building
P.O. Drawer 147
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-3779
This is similar to the Veterans Affairs Board which is one of the Disability Grants in Mississippi.
Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education offers VR for people with disabilities living in Missouri. This agency can assist you if your impairments are preventing you from getting the job that you desire. This agency may also offer assistance in the form of a disability grant to use for a handicap van or other handicapped accessibility equipment and conversions to get you to work.
Contact Information:
- Local office:
http://dese.mo.gov/vr/vroffices.htm
- Main Office
3024 Dupont Circle
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 751-3251 or (877) 222-8963
