NYS Access to Home Program

NYS Homes & Community Renewal (HCR)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

NYS Access to Home Program is available to homeowners and renters in Rochester, NY.

State program providing financial assistance for home modifications enabling persons with disabilities to live safely and comfortably at home. Covers wheelchair ramps, lifts, handrails, roll-in showers, lever door handles, lowered countertops, and widened hallways.

Grant for documented disability modifications; administered locally

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

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

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

Key Details

  • Must have documented substantial physical disability
  • Income at or below 80% area median income
  • Homeowners, landlords, and tenants (with landlord approval)
  • Covers ramps, grab bars, roll-in showers, widened doors
  • Apply through local program administrator

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

585-546-3700

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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: Apply through local program administrator

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Frequently asked questions

How much can NYS Access to Home Program provide in Rochester, NY?

Up to $25,000.

Who qualifies for NYS Access to Home Program in Rochester?

NYS Access to Home Program is open to homeowners and renters in Rochester, NY.

How do I apply for NYS Access to Home Program in Rochester, NY?

Apply directly with NYS Homes & Community Renewal (HCR) using the official program link on this page or call 585-546-3700. There is no middleman and no fee.

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