HHS awards $35M in new grants for disability research, technology and training
By HME News Staff
Updated 9:27 AM CDT, Thu October 29, 2026
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), has announced more than $35 million in funding for 68 new grants from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) for fiscal year 2026. The grants, which pay for research, technology development, training and technical assistance, aim to improve health, expand job opportunities and support independent living and community life for people with disabilities. “These grants will help people with disabilities stay healthy, find meaningful work, and live and take part in their communities,” said Kristi Hill, PhD, acting director of NIDILRR. “Our goal is research and technology that make a real difference in everyday life, and these new grants move us closer to that.” The grants aim to:
- Improve rehabilitation and whole-person health
- Expand employment and economic opportunity
- Support independence and caregivers
- Strengthen ADA accessibility and ADA implementation
- Develop technology and build the evidence base
For complete award details, visit USAspending.gov and HHS TAGGS.
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