Special environments can be addressed in most housing situations through “reasonable modifications.” Fair housing law applies to most landlords and provides people with disabilities additional protections to enable them to use and enjoy housing like people without disabilities. Modifications can be individualized and must address a disability related need of the person requesting them. Examples are ramps, grab bars, different light fixtures, technology to assist people who are deaf or vision impaired, levered door handles, sound dampening wall coverings, wall coverings to prevent damage from wheelchairs, changes to floor coverings for people using wheelchairs or walkers, etc. Sometimes the person needing the modification must pay for it. Other times it is the responsibility of the property owner. See the Fair Housing and Reasonable Accommodations/Modifications section of the website for more information. If your loved one must pay for the modification, they may be able to access Medicaid waiver funding for environmental modifications. Talk to the coordinator of community services or supports planner about this resource.