Stay independent and safe at home.
Through simple, high-impact upgrades like grab bars, lighting, and accessibility improvements, we can help reduce the risk of falls and increase mobility. These personalized modifications are provided at no cost to those who qualify. If you are a low-income senior looking to age safely with confidence, we are here to help!
Who Can Apply:
- You are 62 or older
- You live in Fayette County
- Your income is at or below 80% of the area median income
- You own or rent your primary residence
- You want to age in place, but need modifications to make your home safer
Possible Modifications
Can Include:
(examples below not guaranteed)
- Grab bars and handrails in bathrooms or along stairs
- Non-slip flooring to reduce fall risk
- Improved lighting for better visibility
- Ramps for easier mobility
- Door and window adjustments for accessibility
What to Expect:
- A licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) will visit your home.
- The OT will talk with you and/or your caregiver about your goals and daily needs.
- The OT will assess your home for fall risks and mobility challenges.
- Together, you will decide on the most important modifications for your safety and independence.
- A program approved independent contractor will be responsible for completing the modifications.
For more information, please contact us at 877.439.0262.
This program is provided in partnership with the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. The work that provided the basis for this publication was supported by funding under an award with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The substance and findings of the work are dedicated to the public. The author and publisher are solely responsible for the accuracy of the statements and interpretations contained in this publication. Such interpretations do not necessarily reflect the views of the Government
