VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Available Veteran Housing

About This Program

VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant is available to homeowners in Tucson, AZ.

The VA HISA grant provides funding for structural home improvements needed by veterans with disabilities. Service-connected veterans may receive up to $6,800 lifetime; those with non-service-connected conditions receiving VA care may receive up to $2,000. Covers accessibility modifications including ramps, grab bars, roll-in showers, and widened doorways.

Lifetime grant limits: $6,800 (service-connected), $2,000 (non-service-connected). Amounts unchanged annually.

Federal program, maintained from the official federal source.

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

Key Details

  • Must be enrolled in VA healthcare system
  • Service-connected disability: up to $9,687 lifetime
  • Non-service-connected (receiving VA care): up to $2,417 lifetime
  • Covers ramps, grab bars, accessible bathrooms, widened doorways
  • Southern Arizona VA: 520-792-1450

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson 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: Rolling

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Frequently asked questions

How much can VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant provide in Tucson, AZ?

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

Who qualifies for VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant in Tucson?

VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant is open to homeowners in Tucson, AZ. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for VA Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant in Tucson, AZ?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs using the official program link on this page or call 520-792-1450. There is no middleman and no fee.

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