VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael E. DeBakey VAMC

Available Home Repair

About This Program

VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant is available in Houston, TX.

The SHA grant assists veterans who have qualifying service-connected disabilities, such as blindness in both eyes with 20/200 or less vision, or loss of use of both hands, to adapt their or a family member's home for accessibility. The SHA grant can be used to adapt an existing home the veteran owns, a home the veteran will purchase, or a home owned by a family member.

Up to $25,350 for FY 2026; usable up to 6 times across a veteran's lifetime.

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

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Key Details

  • Qualifying disabilities: bilateral blindness (20/200 or worse) or loss of use of both hands
  • Can modify veteran-owned or family-member-owned home
  • Up to $25,350 usable up to 6 times (FY 2026)
  • Apply through Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center: 713-791-1414
  • TRA supplement up to $9,100 for temporary housing during construction

How to Apply

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713-791-1414

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: VA Form 26-4555

A grant for veterans and service members with certain service connected disabilities to buy, build, or change a home so it works for them. You can apply online at VA.gov or by filing VA Form 26-4555.

Steps to apply

  1. Apply online at VA.gov, or complete VA Form 26-4555.
  2. Mail the form to the VA Claims Intake Center, or bring it to your nearest VA regional office.
  3. The VA reviews your eligibility and sends you a decision letter.
  4. Work with your assigned VA agent on the home changes.
Get the official formDownload the fillable PDF

Documents you will likely need

  • Your Social Security number.
  • Your VA file or claim number if you have one.
  • Proof of your service connected disability rating.
  • Information about the home you want to buy, build, or adapt.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much can VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant provide in Houston, TX?

Up to $25,350 (SHA), FY2026.

Who qualifies for VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant in Houston?

VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant is available in Houston, TX. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for VA Special Home Adaptation (SHA) Grant in Houston, TX?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael E. DeBakey VAMC using the official program link on this page or call 713-791-1414. There is no middleman and no fee.

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