460 IAC 14.1-20-2 Scope of home modifications

Sec. 2. (a) A participant meeting the criteria for home modifications services may receive assistance with at least one (1) of the following: (1) Modification of one (1) existing exterior doorway, if the participant is unable to enter or exit their home. (2) Installation of one (1) entrance ramp, lift, or loading pad, if the participant is unable to enter or exit their home. (3) Modification to one (1) bathroom, if the participant cannot attend to their personal hygiene needs. (4) Modifications to facilitate the participant's access to and movement between the bed, bathroom, entrance, and other areas necessary for achieving the employment outcome. (5) Modification of a work space in the residence allowing the participant to work from home, if self-employment is being conducted from the home or the participant's employment outcome permits the participant to work from home. (6) Modification of a kitchen or dining area, if the participant is responsible for preparing, but unable to prepare, their own meals. (7) Modification of a laundry area, if the participant is responsible for laundering, but unable to launder, their own clothing and the modification makes it possible for the participant to launder clothing without assistance. (b) Home modifications must be the minimum necessary to enable a participant to achieve their employment outcome, and constructed using standard quality and contractor grade materials approved by the VR program.