Syracuse Spinal Association
Quality of Life Grant
Quality of Life Grant Application Instructions
Applicants must complete all questions of the applications in order to be considered for an SSA individual grant, including providing contact information and estimates from at least two (2) suppliers and/or contractors for the equipment or renovations requested in the application, incomplete applications will not be considered.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Due to the volume of grant applications we respectfully request no phone calls or emails inquiring about the status of an application. Grant recipients will be notified by phone or mail upon approval.
Application submission periods and requirements:
In addition to the application, the following supporting documentation must be included. Applications that do not have all of these documents will not be reviewed.
Written Quotes
Written quotes from companies or contractors for modifications. (Please note that all materials are non-returnable)
Acceptance of Applications
Applications are accepted year-round and considered at monthly board meetings.
Maximum Award Amount
Grants are for a maximum of $1,000; there is no minimum award.
Submitting Your Application
The SSA grant subcommittee will review each request and make specific recommendations to the Board of Directors for approval. The board meets monthly to authorize grant awards. All notifications both of awards and declinations will be mailed out after the board has met.
All supporting materials should be submitted to:
Mail Your Application
Syracuse Spinal Association
1801 Milton Ave
PO Box 236
Syracuse NY 13209
Quality of Life Grant Recipient
I applied for the Quality of Life Grant to assist with the out-of-pocket cost for the elevated seat feature on my wheelchair. Once awarded, it helped to cover two-thirds of the bill, and it helped me on my path to greater independence. The feature has allowed me to reach high surfaces, so I’m not limited to dropping things from only the lower shelves; engage in social interactions at eye level, instead of being forced to look below the waist, or staring up at friends, family, and friendly bar flies like a small child; and navigate environments more safely by being visible at eye level, instead of only being acknowledged once I run into someone’s heels. It has also reduced the strain on my neck, shoulders, and upper back, and made transfers safer from the wheelchair by allowing me to adjust my chair to the height of the surface I’m transferring to. After 30 years in a wheelchair, this feature has been life-changing, and I owe a large part of that newfound physical and mental freedom to this grant and the Syracuse Spinal Association.
– Quality of Life Grant Recipient, Michelle
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