Manitoba Family Services and Consumer Affairs

Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence Program (HASI)

Eligible home adaptations/changes are mostly permanent additions, replacements or relocations that make it easier and safer for seniors with age-related difficulties to perform daily activities in the home. These adaptations may be permanent or temporary and are not intended to restore the house to minimum property standards.

Examples of eligible adaptations/changes include items such as handrails in hallways and stairways, easy-to-reach work and storage areas in the kitchen, lever handles on doors and faucets, walk-in showers, grab bars and bathtub seats.

All required repairs must be started within 60 days of approval and be completed within 90 days of approval.

Please note: Work carried out before you receive approval of the HASI Program loan in writing is NOT eligible for funding under this program.

Homeowners and landlords may be eligible for assistance if the senior occupant is 65 years of age or older, AND if all the following conditions are met:

• Your total gross household income is below the Housing Income Limit (HIL) for your area. For landlords, only the income of the tenant's household is relevant.
• At least one member of the household is a senior with age/related difficulties affecting daily living activities.
• The home receiving these adaptations/changes is the homeowner's permanent residence.