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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT LOANS | ABLE UP IOWA

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.

Physical Address

130 South Sheldon Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

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;

Fax

(515) 598-7813

Application process

Call for an appointment or can apply online

Fee

Varies by service, call for details

Required documents

Proof of income, quote, and 2 forms of identification

Eligibility

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

Languages

English

Service area

Iowa

Agency info

ABLE UP IOWA

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