Developmental Disabilities Services
Are there any existing organizations that assist physically disabled persons with housing?
I am a 21 years old student and suffer from muscular dystrophy. Over the past 2 years I have been searching for an accessible apartment which would make my day to day life easier. I have contacted many organizations for assistance and I’ve found that roughly 95% of the only offer service to Seniors and persons with developmental disabilities. While at this point in time there are many accessible apartments are built, they can be quite expensive. I live off of my social security subsidized income, which isn’t much – on average, about $650; not sufficient for rent, utilities, etc. I am currently on a waiting list for section 8 subsidized housing assistance, which has a wait period of 2+ years. I would greatly appreciate any answers i receive.
minimum SSI in the us is 674..plus many states have a supplement.
have you tried you area independent living center or any org that deals with physical disability
chris reeve foundation
united spinal
mda, etc
there are a few homes called CHESHIRE homes that have independent living homes…but i think there’s only a few in the country.
there is a website that lists accessible rentals, but i don’t remember what
maybe check
disabled dealer
any chance you could get a roommate to help with expenses?
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