Prince George's County, Maryland
Home Modification Programs for Seniors in Prince George's County
PG County homeowners can tap up to $30,000 in local funding — plus state grants — to make their homes safer and more accessible. Here's what's available and how to apply.
If you or a parent own a home in Prince George's County and need accessibility upgrades — grab bars, wheelchair ramps, wider doorways, a roll-in shower — there are multiple funding sources that most families never find out about. We've pulled them all together here.
The programs below can be stacked in some cases. A qualifying low-income senior could potentially combine HOPP county funding with the state's Accessible Homes for Seniors program and Maryland's Independent Living Tax Credit, dramatically reducing out-of-pocket costs.
Home Ownership Preservation Program (HOPP)
Up to $30,000 — PG County specific
HOPP is Prince George's County's own housing rehabilitation program. It provides funding for health and safety repairs, energy efficiency upgrades, and accessibility modificationsfor qualified homeowners. This is one of the highest caps available at the county level in Maryland.
What it covers:
- ✓Wheelchair ramp installation
- ✓Grab bar and handrail installation
- ✓Doorway widening for wheelchair access
- ✓Accessible bathroom conversions
- ✓Stair lift installation
- ✓Health and safety hazard repairs
Program Note
HOPP is administered by Prince George's County Department of Housing and Community Development. Income limits apply — contact the department directly for current thresholds and to confirm the program is accepting applications.
Accessible Homes for Seniors (Maryland DHCD)
Up to $25,000 — Statewide, available in PG County
Maryland's Accessible Homes for Seniors program provides grants and 0% deferred loans through the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). It's available statewide, including Prince George's County, typically through your local Area Agency on Aging.
Eligible modifications:
Who qualifies:
- • Age 55 or older (some programs age 65+)
- • Low-to-moderate income household
- • Own and occupy the home as primary residence
- • Home must be your principal address in Maryland
How to apply: Contact Maryland Access Point at 1-800-917-4678 or visit mdod.maryland.gov/housing.
Maryland Independent Living Tax Credit
Up to 50% of renovation costs — No income limit
No income limit, no waitlist. Maryland's Independent Living Tax Credit lets homeowners deduct up to 50% of qualifying accessibility renovation costs from their state income taxes. It applies statewide including PG County and can be stacked with grant programs.
Learn more: Maryland Independent Living Tax Credit — Full Guide →
2026 Universal Design Ordinance — What It Means for New Construction
Starting in 2026, Prince George's County's new Universal Design Ordinance requires accessibility features in new residential construction — wider doorways, zero-threshold entries, and other features that make homes livable as residents age.
If you're buying a new build in PG County, look for homes that meet or exceed these standards. If you own an existing home, the grant programs above can help you retrofit the same features.
Find a Contractor Who Knows These Programs
Navigating grant applications is easier with a contractor who's done it before. CAPS-certified contractors in PG County understand the paperwork, inspection requirements, and how to document work for maximum program benefit.
Find Aging-in-Place Contractors Near You →Serving Prince George's County and the greater DMV area.