CICRF related resources and links

Web links related to the Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund (CICRF)

For vehicle purchases and modifications for children using a wheelchair or ventilator

• Adapting Motor Vehicles for People with Disabilities (PDF) — Guide published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
• Easter Seals Loan Programs
• Edwin Phillips Foundation
  The Foundation Trustees are directed to provide aid first to eligible families who live in Marshfield, Massachusetts and secondarily to families residing Plymouth County, Massachusetts
• Information on using car seats for kids with special health care needs
• Knights of Columbus
• Massachusetts Vehicle Tax Exemption — Parents or guardians of qualifying minor children or youth may qualify for a sales tax exemption on the purchase of a motor vehicle, based on disability. Form MVU-33.
• Muscular Dystrophy Association
• National Organization for Vehicle Accessibility (NOVA) Grant Funding
  This program is directed to individuals with disabilities who have secured the majority of the money needed to fund vehicle modification products and just need some additional help to reach their goal. The Ralph Braun Grant Program is designed to bridge the funding gap that prevents people in need of mobility products from achieving their mobility goals.
• United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
  Mission: To be the indispensable resource for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, their families, and their communities.

For home modifications to improve accessibility and safety

• Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP): Low-interest loans for modifications to a primary residence of individuals with disabilities.
• Directory of Home Modification Resources

Additional Resources

• Community Support Line [phone]
• Division for Children & Youth with Special Health Needs
• Family TIES of Massachusetts
• Directions: Resources for Your Child's Care​
• Financial Assistance - Resources to help you manage your financial needs
• Disability Benefits
• Food & Cash Assistance - Programs that offer access to free or low cost food to help eligible people meet their basic needs.
• Health Care & Insurance - Programs offering free or low-cost health care and insurance coverage.