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Enabling Independence Grants Program (Southern California) is sponsored by California Rehabilitation Foundation. This program provides financial support to individuals recovering from life-altering injuries and illnesses for items and equipment that insurance will not cover, enabling them to be more independent in the home and community.
While not directly employment-focused, increased independence can significantly impact an individual's ability to pursue and maintain employment.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Applicants must live in Southern California (Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura counties) and demonstrate financial hardship. Open to those with acute and chronic physical medicine and rehabilitation conditions. Funds are issued directly to the vendor/manufacturer. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $7,000 (maximum limit) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Enabling Independence Grants Program is a grant from the California Rehabilitation Foundation that funds assistive devices, equipment, and services for individuals with acute or chronic physical medicine and rehabilitation conditions who face financial hardship. Awards are up to $7,000 per applicant, issued directly to vendors or manufacturers rather than to recipients. Eligible applicants must reside in one of ten Southern California counties: Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura. Applicants may apply every other year. Funding priority is given to urgent safety-related needs and items that enable greater independence in daily life.
Enabling Independence Program is sponsored by California Rehabilitation Foundation. Provides financial support to those recovering from life-altering injuries and illnesses for items and equipment that insurance will not cover. Funding is based on financial hardship and how well the item or equipment enables independence. Funds are issued directly to the vendor/manufacturer.