Government Grants For A Disabled Mom

Being a disabled mom and raising children can be hard when there are limited opportunities available. With government grants available to aid in times of financial hardships, raising your children and handling daily responsibilities are easier. Grants are available for housing, medical, food and transportation. Eligibility requirements differ depending on the grant.

Housing

The government offers a housing choice voucher program to assist disabled moms with housing. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development--or HUD--states that the Public Housing Authority selects participants from the waiting list to begin the eligibility determination process. HUD also states that the wait for assistance under the housing voucher program may be long. This program allows participants to find their own home in the private market as long as it meets program requirements. To obtain a list of available housing programs, contact the Office of Housing at your local HUD office.

Transportation

Depending on the type of disability, getting from one place to another can be hard. The U.S. Department of Transportation's Capital Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities provides safe, flexible and efficient transportation to those needing it where public transportation is not available. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, disabled individuals are eligible for transportation to and from medical appointments, shopping trips, employment, service appointments, and educational and training facilities. For eligibility requirements, contact your state's department of transportation.

Medical

Medical bills are expensive and can be overwhelming. The government medical assistance program, also known as Medicaid, provides medical care to disabled moms and their families. Medicaid varies from state to state and covers things such as dental, prescription, vision and hospital stays. According to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, many groups of people are eligible for Medicaid coverage if they meet certain requirements such as age, income and resources, and whether you are pregnant, disabled or blind. To find out if you qualify for the government Medicaid program, contact your state's Health and Human Services Department.

Food

Disabled mothers can also qualify for government assisted food programs. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program--formerly known as food stamps--eligibility amount varies according to income and household size. According to Social Security Online, the qualifying resource amount is greater if a person is disabled or elderly. The food stamps are issued in the form of a debit card that can be used to purchase food products. Texas Health and Human Services Commission states that SNAP benefits can last up to three years. To apply for SNAP benefits, contact your state's Health and Human Services Department.