Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte, Safe at Home Accessibility Modifications

Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte (nonprofit)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte, Safe at Home Accessibility Modifications is available to homeowners in Charlotte, NC.

The Safe at Home program by Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte installs accessibility modifications at no cost to qualifying older adults and people with disabilities. Services include wheelchair ramps, grab bars, walk-in showers, widened doorways, improved lighting, and stair railings to reduce fall risks and support aging in place.

Typical accessibility modification project for aging-in-place.

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Focus on fall prevention and aging-in-place modifications
  • Services: ramps, grab bars, walk-in showers, widened doorways, lighting
  • No cost to qualifying homeowners
  • Income limit: 80% AMI; some sources require 50% AMI
  • Service area: Mecklenburg and surrounding counties

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

980-236-0979

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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 Charlotte 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).
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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

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte, Safe at Home Accessibility Modifications in Charlotte?

Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte, Safe at Home Accessibility Modifications is open to homeowners in Charlotte, NC. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte, Safe at Home Accessibility Modifications in Charlotte, NC?

Apply directly with Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte (nonprofit) using the official program link on this page or call 980-236-0979. There is no middleman and no fee.

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