Wheelchair Van Grants and Funds in Florida

Are there disability vehicle grants in Florida?

Florida has programs and services to help aid residents in acquiring the mobility equipment they need. Some of these grants are condition-based, while others are community-based. Aside from national funding sources, states also offer specific grants for its residents, as is the case with Florida. The available funding sources are for wheelchair vans, lifts for full-size vans, and various other mobility equipment and you’ll notice that some are restricted based on veteran status, condition, or age. Be sure to pay close attention when applying for grants and funding for accessible vehicles to know what documentation to include, what the funds apply to, and when to expect a response.

Most grants and funds for assistive technology will not fully cover the cost of personal accessible transportation but can be combined to help cover the cost of a wheelchair van. Additionally, BraunAbility Finance is the first and only dedicated finance service offered by a manufacturer of accessible vehicles. We know our products and with a team of over 100 years of combined experience in finance and vehicle sales, we can help you find the payment plan that is right for you and your family. 

Did you know BraunAbility dealerships accept trade-ins of even standard (non-accessible) vehicles? Applying the trade-in estimation of your current vehicle to your overall funds needed to purchase a new accessible vehicle means you need less funding overall for a wheelchair accessible vehicle or mobility equipment.

You can begin your search for wheelchair van grants in Florida below. Remember to also check with your BraunAbility dealer for financial resources in your local area.

Abilities Foundation (AF)

The Abilities Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides employment and housing services to persons with disabilities.

 

 727-538-7370

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 fdelucia@abilities.org

Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD)

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ADP) serves the needs of Floridians with developmental disabilities by working in partnership with local communities and private providers to identify the needs of an individual and recommend various supports and services. To be eligible for services, you must be a Florida resident and have one of the following six developmental disabilities: autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, spina bifida, or children ages 3-5 who are at a high risk of a developmental disability.

 

 850-488-4257

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 APD_info@apd.state.fl.us

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Florida Department of Education assists individuals with physical or mental disabilities gain and retain employment. This may include training and education, job placement, job coaching, or assistive technology.

 

 800-451-4327 

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Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST)

The Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology serves Florida residents with disabilities by providing free access to information, referral services, educational programs, and publications in accessible formats.

 

 888-788-9216

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 faast@faast.org

Florida Department of Veteran Affairs (VA)

The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs provides advocacy and representation for Florida's veterans. Advocacy increases federal benefits for Florida's veterans, improves the quality of life for veterans with service-connected disabilities, and provides access to medical care for eligible veterans.

 

 727-518-3202

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National Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS) - Mid Florida

The Mid Florida Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS and their families and raise funds for critical MS research.

 

 1-800-344-4867

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 INFO@FLC.NMSS.ORG

National Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS) - North Florida

The North Florida Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS and their families and raise funds for critical MS research.

 

 1-800-344-4867

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 MSNORFLA@NMSS.ORG

National Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS) - South Florida

The South Florida Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS and their families and raise funds for critical MS research.

 

 1-800-344-4867

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 FLS@NMSS.ORG

Southeast ADA Center

Information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 404-541-9001

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 adasoutheast@syr.edu

Disclaimer: Please note that the information contained in this listing is intended as an additional resource to your shopping experience and not a compilation of every resource in Florida. BraunAbility is not affiliated with any organization listed and does not profit from the use of any business listed herein.

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