Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant

Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant is available to homeowners in Cambridge, MA.

Grant funding for accessibility modifications including ramps, widened doorways, accessible bathrooms, and stairlifts for Cambridge residents with documented disabilities. No repayment required.

Grant covers 100% of eligible accessibility modifications up to maximum

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

In Cambridge, MA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Grant up to $20,000 for accessibility modifications
  • For residents with documented disabilities
  • Covers ramps, doorways, bathrooms, lifts
  • Must be owner-occupied in Cambridge
  • Income at or below 120% AMI

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(617) 349-4692

A grant-savvy contractor in Cambridge, MA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

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Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Cambridge early keeps your application moving.

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling applications

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant provide in Cambridge, MA?

Grant up to $20,000.

Who qualifies for Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant in Cambridge?

Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant is open to homeowners in Cambridge, MA.

How do I apply for Cambridge ADA Home Modification Grant in Cambridge, MA?

Apply directly with Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities using the official program link on this page or call (617) 349-4692. There is no middleman and no fee.

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