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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT LOANS | ABLE UP IOWA

130 South Sheldon Avenue, Suite 201, Ames, IA 50014

Eligibility

Open to all Iowans with a disability, diagnosis, or long-term condition, and all Iowans who are ages 55 and older and their families and caretakers

Required documents

Proof of income, quote, and 2 forms of identification

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm
https://ableupiowa.org/apply/
[email protected]

Languages

English

Application process

Call for an appointment or can apply online

Fees

Varies by service, call for details

Service area

Iowa

Description

Offers to loan equipment or services needed to improve independence and quality of life. Examples include wheelchairs, scooters, Braille equipment, voice simulation systems, scanners, listening devices, telecommunication devices for the hard of hearing, augmentative communication systems, environmental control units, computers, and adaptive peripherals.

Loans for Service or Support Animals - can help with the acquisition of the animal, its training, veterinary care, and up to one year of supplies for care.

Loans for Education or Employment Equipment - helps with modifying or purchasing equipment necessary to complete training, acquire or maintain employment.

Loans for home or vehicle modifications (adding a ramp, widening doorways, hand controls, etc.)

Loans for essential vehicle or home repairs.

Loans to help build or repair credit.

Most loans have flexible terms, up to 5 years. Most loans are capped at $2,500. Assistive technology loans may go up to $10,000, but there may be a waitlist for loans over $2,500.

Providing organization

ABLE UP IOWA

Provides loans to those with disabilities, 55+, and caregivers for assistive technology and a few other basic need areas.