VA HISA Grant and Barrier-Free Showers with Convertabath

What is the VA HISA Benefit?
The VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) Benefit provides financial assistance to disabled Veterans with service-connected medical conditions as well as non-service-connected conditions, who require medically necessary modifications to their homes, whether owned or rented, as a primary residence.

Can HISA help pay for an accessible or barrier-free shower?
HISA can cover medically necessary improvements that help with the use of essential lavatory and sanitary facilities—such as roll-in showers—when needed for accessibility and safety.

What types of home improvements can HISA support?
HISA Grants support medically necessary improvements such as: access into/out of the home, use of essential sanitary facilities (including barrier free and roll-in showers), improved accessibility to sinks/counters, permanent ramping, and certain plumbing/electrical modifications made necessary due to installation of home medical equipment.

What paperwork do I typically need to apply?
A typical packet includes a prescription/letter from a VA physician or occupational therapist, VA Form 10-0103, an itemized contractor bid, and photos of the area being modified.

Where do I submit the HISA packet?
You will submit the completed packet to your local VA Medical Center’s Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS).

How long does HISA approval take?
The local HISA committee reviews the application, and the review process can take two to six weeks.

When can the work begin?
Once approved, the VA issues a final approval for the work to begin. You will also receive an advance payment to use for deposits.

How can Convertabath help?
Convertabath can evaluate your bathroom and provide a clear, itemized estimate for a barrier-free shower remodel that you can use as part of your HISA application packet, along with guidance on the next steps and what to expect during the process. Call us today for a free, no obligation estimate.