Last Updated on August 23, 2023 by Hannah Stevens
Nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Virginia offer disability grants, and other forms of disability aid, and resources to residents who are looking for a wheelchair van. There is readily available assistance whether you hope to buy a handicap van, or to add accessible equipment to a van.
Virginia disability grants can help you get a handicap-accessible vehicle. Although it may seem daunting, this page has already collected the best places for you to begin looking. These groups can either offer financial assistance, or help you find the disability grants that you are most likely to be eligible for. Therefore, contact one of these groups to make a wheelchair van within your reach.
Furthermore, talk to representatives of Virginia chapters of organizations that are devoted to your specific disability. These associations can often offer grants for disabled people, or help you find other funding options.
Sources for Virginia Disability Grants and Assistance
Virginia Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
The link above will allow you to find the Virginia ADRC serving your county and its contact information. Residents of the state who are seniors or have disabilities can get financial assistance, information, and other resources to improve their independence, self-determination, and quality life.
Contact Information:
Virginia Division for the Aging
1610 Forest Ave Suite 100
Henrico, VA 23229
Toll-Free: (800) 552-3402
Richmond/Henrico local: (804) 662-9333
This is the same as the ADRC Disability Grants in Washington.
Virginia Assistive Technology System (VATS)
VATS was established to assist disabled residents of Virginia in obtaining the necessary assistive technology to participate actively in society. Assistive technology can be used at home or at work, and ranges from wheelchair vans to stairlifts, and small to large devices.
Contact Information:
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, Virginia 23229
(804) 662-9990 or (800) 552-5019
This is similar to the technology Disability Grants in Vermont.
Virginia Association of Area Agencies on Aging (VAAAA)
VAAAA assists the elderly in Virginia in meeting mobility and other requirements that arise with aging. There are many offices located throughout the state that serve specific counties.
Contact Information:
4 E. Cary Street, Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 644-2804
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities
This is the state branch for the National Developmental Disabilities Council. It works to make Virginia a better place for people with developmental disabilities. Although it does not grant money to individuals, it can help you locate funding sources for your handicap van.
Contact Information:
Washington Building
1100 Bank Street, 7th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0016 or (800) 846-4464
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
Virginia’s DARS assists older and disabled residents of the state to find and keep steady work. This state agency can help you finance a wheelchair van, or handicap van conversion to get you to work or your place of residence. The DARS website provides contact information and the address of the local office.
Contact Information:
(800) 552-5019
TTY: (800)464-9950
Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS)
Disabled veterans residing in Virginia may receive grants for a handicapped-accessible vehicle through their state’s DVS and other types of assistance. If your disability was resulted from active duty, or while under VA care, you may be eligible for financial assistance for mobility and other purposes.
Contact Information:
900 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 786-0286
Virginia Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)
This non-profit organization is part of a national network SILCs. It works to preserve and enhance the independence and quality of life of people with disabilities. For financial assistance and a range of information and services, contact the group. The link above will help you locate one of the 16 statewide centers that serve your county.
Contact Information:
Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone/VP: (804) 325-1360
TTY: (800) 464-9950
