VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Available Veteran Housing

About This Program

VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) is available to homeowners and renters in Plainfield, NJ.

Grant for veterans to make medically necessary improvements to their home. Available to veterans receiving VA medical care who need home modifications for access or treatment. Covers ramps, widened doorways, roll-in showers, and other medical accessibility improvements.

Grant for medically necessary home modifications, no repayment required

Federal program, maintained from the official federal source.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Up to $6,800 for medically necessary improvements
  • Available to veterans receiving VA care
  • No income requirement
  • Covers accessibility modifications for medical needs
  • Available to homeowners and renters

How to Apply

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

You will likely need a contractor to apply

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 Plainfield early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Form to file: VA Form 10-0103

A VA medical benefit that pays for medically necessary changes to your home, like roll in showers, ramps, or widened doorways. You apply through the prosthetics department at your VA medical center using VA Form 10-0103.

Steps to apply

  1. Ask your VA doctor for a prescription or statement of medical need for the home change.
  2. Complete VA Form 10-0103.
  3. Submit the form and the medical statement to the prosthetics department at your VA medical center.
  4. The VA reviews and approves the covered work.

Documents you will likely need

  • A physician statement of medical need.
  • Your VA enrollment information.
  • An itemized estimate from a contractor for the work.
  • VA Form 10-0103, completed.

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: Ongoing program

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Frequently asked questions

How much can VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) provide in Plainfield, NJ?

Up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 (non-service-connected).

Who qualifies for VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) in Plainfield?

VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) is open to homeowners and renters in Plainfield, NJ. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) in Plainfield, NJ?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs using the official program link on this page or call (877) 222-8387. There is no middleman and no fee.

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