Assistive Technology Financial Loan
Finding funding for assistive technology devices can be challenging. Learn about how North Dakota Assistive can help find and provide funding avenues that fit your needs.
ND Assistive Financial Loan Program
The North Dakota Assistive Financial Loan Program offers financial loans at a 2% fixed interest rate to help individuals with disabilities acquire assistive technology (AT) they require. The program provides flexibility in repayment terms, making financially challenging purchases more affordable. Even individuals with a poor credit history are considered, and loans can go up to a maximum of $50,000.
*Interest rate is based on availability and is subject to change.
Who Is Eligible?
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- The end user of the financed equipment must be a North Dakota resident with a disability
- The loan applicant can be the end user, a family member, or an approved representative of a person with a disability
- The person applying for the loan on behalf of the end user may live anywhere in the United States
- The loan applicant must demonstrate the ability to repay the loan
Who Is Eligible?
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- The end user of the financed equipment must be a North Dakota resident with a disability
- The loan applicant can be the end user, a family member, or an approved representative of a person with a disability
- The person applying for the loan on behalf of the end user may live anywhere in the United States
- The loan applicant must demonstrate the ability to repay the loan
What Can Be Purchased?
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- Assistive technology assessments
- Training to use the assistive technology purchased
- Used assistive technology devices as long as they are in good working order
- Co-payments for assistive technology and durable medical equipment
- All types of assistive technology such as:
- Speech output communication devices
- Hearing aids and assistive listening devices
- Low vision devices such as electronic magnifiers
- Computers/tablets with disability-related software and/or hardware
- Manual or motorized wheelchairs and scooters
- Adapted vehicles
- Home modifications (must own the home) such as walk-in showers and ramps
- Environmental control systems such as Smart Home Devices