Aging in Place Resources in DC, MD and Northern Virginia

Agencies, programs and permit offices

Start with your local agency on aging. It knows the programs where your parent lives. The permit office decides which home changes need a permit.

DC Department of Aging and Community LivingDC governmentThe District agency for residents 60 and over, adults with disabilities and their caregivers.
Safe at HomeDC Department of Aging and Community LivingHome safety changes such as grab bars, handrails and stair lifts for eligible older DC residents. Income limits apply, so check current terms.
Aging and Disability Resource CenterDC Department of Aging and Community LivingOne place to ask about services, benefits and long-term care planning.
Permitting in the DistrictDC Department of BuildingsWhich home projects need a DC building permit, and how to apply.

Maryland Access PointMaryland Department of AgingThe state's front door for long-term care and support options at home.
Accessible Homes for SeniorsMaryland Department of Housing and Community DevelopmentState help paying for accessibility work in the homes of older Marylanders. Check current terms and income limits.

Senior servicesMontgomery County Health and Human ServicesThe county's aging and disability services, including in-home help and caregiver support.
Design for LifeMontgomery CountyA property tax credit for some accessibility features. Check with the county for current terms.
Design for Life permitsMontgomery County Department of Permitting ServicesHow the county permit office handles accessibility features.

Older Adult ServicesPrince George's County Department of Family ServicesThe county agency on aging, with caregiver help, Medicare counseling and in-home services.
The permit processPrince George's County DPIEHow county residential permits work. Some towns inside the county issue their own.

Area Agency on AgingArlington CountyCounty services that help residents 60 and over keep living at home.
Residential building permitsArlington CountyWhat a home project needs before work starts, and how to apply.

Aging and Adult ServicesCity of AlexandriaThe city's agency on aging, with in-home services, case management and caregiver support.
Code AdministrationCity of AlexandriaPermits and plan review for home projects in the city.

Fairfax Area Agency on AgingVirginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative ServicesThe agency on aging for Fairfax County and the cities of Fairfax and Falls Church.

Eldercare LocatorUS Administration for Community LivingFinds the local agency on aging and its services by ZIP code.
STEADI for patients and caregiversCenters for Disease Control and PreventionThe CDC's fall prevention material for older adults and families, with home safety steps.
HISA grantUS Department of Veterans AffairsVA help with medically needed home changes for eligible veterans. Approval comes before work starts.
Disability housing grantsUS Department of Veterans AffairsLarger VA grants for veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities.

Public agencies, not partners of ours. Check current terms with each.