Senior Access Program (SAP)
Forecasted
Senior Access Program (SAP) supports organizations providing home accessibility modifications and life-safety repairs to help Alaska seniors live independently and remain safely in their homes.
Funder: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Intent to Apply) | April 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $820,000 per service area in the published NOFA, including administration
Summary: Supports organizations administering home accessibility modifications and life-safety repairs so Alaska seniors can remain safely at home.
Key Information: Applicants must document at least two years of relevant program experience and housing service in their proposed areas.
Description
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) administers the Senior Access Program through its Planning and Program Development function. Grantees administer assistance for qualifying senior households, making modifications to existing housing that improve accessibility, safety, and independent living. Supported accessibility work includes bathroom and kitchen modifications, grab bars, handrails, lifting devices, ramps, and widened doorways or hallways.
The published funding framework combines the state Senior Citizen Housing Development Fund (SCHDF) with one-time federal Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) support. SCHDF focuses on accessibility for eligible seniors, while HAF can support life-safety repairs that maintain habitability, preserve utility service, or prevent displacement. Grantees must coordinate with other assistance programs and avoid duplicating services.
