EV from Kentucky has sent the following message to ActuallyFree.info:
"Disabled retiree needs materials for a deck or porch to be put on a mobile home."
EV, I have a couple of suggestions for you. Keep in mind, I don't know what your disability is. If you can build the deck yourself, or get friends and family to help, and you just need the materials, then I would first check with local construction companies to see if they have any surplus materials. They may have older materials that they need to replace, they may be reducing their storage space, or they may be finished with a project that is completely paid for and they have left-overs. You can probably work out a deal with them to make the donation tax-deductable. If you are unable to build the deck yourself, they may also be able to help with labor if they can make it tax-deductable.
Another possibility is to tap into government resources. If the modification to your home can be directly related to your disability (for example, the new deck will include a ramp so you can get into your home in a wheelchair), then that will expand the possibilities of what is available for you. I've replied to a message similar to yours in a previous post. Medicare may even pay for it if it is related to your disability. Your level of income and the amount of money that you have in the bank may also be factors for some programs, but not all of them. You'll want to read the advice on the Government Freebies page. Also, here are some links that may be helpful to you.
HUD.gov information for disabled persons
Homes & Communities: People with diabilities
Home Improvement and Repair programs
Disability.gov/housing
Rural Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grants
The third idea is a long shot. You can apply to the TV show Extreme Home Makeover and if you're selected they'll dramatically tear down your house and build a state-of-the-art deck and a new home to go with it. Your property taxes will sky rocket, but hey, at least the home was free. Luckily the more recent houses built on the show have funding to pay off the mortgage. The show usually picks large families that are in very dire situations. This makes the show more interesting since the average joe is usually quite boring for TV whether he needs a home or not.
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