Where it all begins
A thorough assessment is the foundation of every great modification.
Before any work begins, we take the time to truly understand your home, your needs, and your goals. Our assessments are detailed, compassionate, and built to support waiver authorization from the start.
What is a home assessment?
More than a walkthrough — a roadmap to independence.
A home assessment is an in-depth evaluation of your living environment conducted by our trained accessibility specialists. We identify physical barriers, safety hazards, and opportunities for modification that will make the greatest difference in your daily life. The result is a clear, documented plan that supports waiver authorization and guides every step of the project.
Barrier identification
We evaluate every room and transition point — doorways, bathrooms, entryways, hallways — to identify what's limiting your safety and independence.
Modification recommendations
We develop specific, prioritized recommendations tailored to your needs — from grab bars and ramps to widened doorways and accessible bathrooms.
Waiver documentation
Our written reports are formatted to support waiver authorization, making the process easier for case managers and faster for participants.
Coordination with your care team
We work alongside occupational therapists, case managers, and family members to ensure our recommendations align with your full care plan.
Minnesota waiver coverage
Understanding Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA)
Home modifications for waiver participants in Minnesota are covered under the Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA) benefit — part of the state's Community-Based Services programs administered by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). EAA covers physical adaptations to a person's primary home to ensure their health and safety or enable them to function with greater independence.
Eligible waiver programs
- Brain Injury (BI)
- Community Alternative Care (CAC)
- Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI)
- Developmental Disabilities (DD)
- Elderly Waiver (EW)
- Alternative Care (AC)
Annual spending limits
BI, CAC, CADI & DD waivers
Up to $40,000 per year
Exceptions up to $80,000 over two years may be requested from DHS when criteria are met.
AC & EW programs
Per current DHS rate limits
Limits are updated each January 1st based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index.
What EAA covers
- Home modification assessments by qualified specialists
- Grab bars, ramps, and handrails
- Bathroom and kitchen modifications
- Widening of doorways
- Stair lifts and vertical platform lifts
- Ceiling track systems
- Accessible-height cabinets
- Alarm and monitoring systems
- Accessibility flooring
- Specialized electrical and plumbing for medical equipment
Eligibility: To qualify, the modification must be for the person's direct and specific benefit, necessary to ensure health and safety or enable greater independence, and necessary to meet the person's assessed needs.
Source: Minnesota DHS Community-Based Services Manual (CBSM) — EAA policy, updated March 2026. View full policy
Who we assess for
Every home is different. Every person deserves a plan that fits.
Waiver participants
We specialize in assessments for individuals on Minnesota waiver programs, with documentation ready for authorization.
Families with children with behavioral needs
We assess homes to identify safety concerns and modification opportunities that support children with behavioral and developmental needs — creating safer, calmer environments for the whole family.
Veterans
We proudly serve veterans who need home modifications to support mobility, safety, and independent living after service.
Seniors aging in place
We help older adults identify the changes that will allow them to remain safely and comfortably in the home they love.
The process
Simple, clear, and guided every step of the way.
Schedule your assessment
Reach out by phone or through our contact form. We'll set up a convenient time to visit your home — usually within a week or two.
In-home evaluation
One of our trained accessibility specialists visits your home for a thorough walkthrough, typically lasting 60–90 minutes. We look at every area of daily living.
Written report & recommendations
We prepare a detailed written report documenting barriers identified, modifications recommended, and priority levels — formatted for waiver authorization.
Review with your team
We share the report with you, your family, and your case manager or occupational therapist, and answer any questions about next steps.
Move forward with confidence
Once authorized, we either complete the modifications ourselves or coordinate qualified contractors — you choose, and we handle the rest.
Ready to schedule your assessment?
Getting started is easy. Reach out and we'll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and set up a time that works for you.
Serving Duluth, MN and the surrounding area