Reasonable Accommodations

Housing Rights and Services for People and Residents with Disabilities

Did You Know …

Federal and Ohio laws provide that qualified individuals with disabilities shall not be discriminated against and shall be assured an equal opportunity to participate in the housing programs, activities, and services offered by the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA). If you or another household member are a qualified person with a disability, you have the right and opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation or reasonable modification at any time during your participation in AMHA programs. It is important to note whether you live in Public Housing or are a participant in the Housing Choice Vouchers program as the allowable requests vary between the two.  Some examples of reasonable accommodations or modifications:

• A change in AMHA policies and procedures. For example, a participant in the Housing Choice Voucher Program who is disabled requests to complete the annual re-examination appointments by mail.
• A change in location. For example, a resident with a disability residing in an AMHA owned and operated property requests a transfer to a wheelchair-accessible unit.
• A repair or change in your apartment. For example, a resident with a disability residing in an AMHA owned and operated property requests grab bars in the bathroom.

Services for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities

AMHA Service Coordinators provide assistance to help residents live independently. This includes assisting with community resources and addressing immediate needs and barriers.

Services Coordinators provide resources and referrals to social services, aging, and mental health providers. They also offer crisis management and family stability services to assist senior and disabled families with maintaining independence and improving quality of life.

Please contact the Resident Service Department for service coordination assistance at 330- 376-9699.