This program, which is run by the Société d'habitation du Québec, provides financial assistance to people with disabilities to help them pay for the work involved in making their homes more accessible and adapted to their needs. There is a waiting list for this program.

Target clients

People with disabilities who are limited in carrying out their day-to-day activities, regardless of their income.

Financial assistance

The financial assistance covers the cost of work recognized by the Société d'habitation du Québec. Maximum grants are as follows:

• $16,000 for an owner-occupied house;
  
  
• $8,000 for a rental unit; and
  
  
• $4,000 for a rented room.

Eligible works

The Société d'habitation du Québec determines which works are eligible, based on a report by an occupational therapist. It is important to note that the program is not intended to indirectly finance renovations.

Additional information

Applicants should contact their occupational therapist or the Société d'habitation du Québec at 1‑800‑463‑4315. For additional details, check the site Web de la SHQ Web site.