Virginia Housing (formerly VHDA) / Virginia Department of Veterans Services
Virginia Housing, Granting Freedom Accessibility Grant is available to homeowners and renters in Virginia Beach, VA.
Virginia Housing's Granting Freedom program provides grants up to $8,000 to Virginia veterans and service members who sustained a service-connected disability in the line of duty, to fund home modifications that improve accessibility and independence. Eligible uses include ramps, widened doorways, grab bars, roll-in showers, and other barrier removal. Funds are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Estimate for standard accessibility modification package for veteran homeowner
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Virginia Beach, VA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Documents you will likely need
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, contact Virginia Housing for current availability
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Email us about this programUp to $8,000 per residence.
Virginia Housing, Granting Freedom Accessibility Grant is open to homeowners and renters in Virginia Beach, VA. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.
Apply directly with Virginia Housing (formerly VHDA) / Virginia Department of Veterans Services using the official program link on this page or call 800-968-7837. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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