Assistive Technology Financial Loans offered at Northwest Access Fund
1701 Northeast Columbia Road, University of Washington, CHDD South Building Room 104, Seattle, WA 98195
Located on block between S Jackson St. and S Jackson Pl. Call King County Metro at (206) 553-3000 or visit http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov/ for public transit information.
Eligibility
Languages
Interpreter services
Application process
Call or complete application online.
Fees
Interest rate is 5% for assistive technology loans and home modification loans, and can vary for adapted vehicle loans, and can vary for adapted vehicle loans and home modification loans.
Service area
WA
Other Information
Disabilities & Health Conditions
Languages
Description
Provides low-interest loans to people with disabilities for purchases of assistive technology including: - Durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, hearing aids, patient lifts, etc.) - Adaptive technology - Home and vehicle access modifications and equipment (adapted vehicles, smart home technology, computers, widening of doorways, etc. ) - Dentures Also helps callers locate other funding sources. Assistive technology loan terms are up to five years with a 5% interest rate. Home modification loan terms are up to 10 years with a 5% interest rate. Adapted vehicle loan terms are up to 10 years with an interest rate that can vary. Loan amounts are up to $25,000 for assistive technology and up to $60,000 for home modification and adapted vehicle loans. There are no fees to apply or for early payoff.
Providing organization
Northwest Access Fund
Provides low-interest loans for people with disabilities to purchase assistive technology, including hearing aids, scooters, and computer equipment. Provides free one-on-one financial coaching for people with disabilities to address financial concerns, understand their benefits, and set and work toward financial goals.