Before You Begin:
So as to save you time in the application process, here the important questions and qualifiers for your review before completing your application request for Outside of Colorado residents:
- Who can apply to Friends of Man?
A referring professional (social worker, case manager, clergy, physical therapist, patient navigator) applies to Friends of Man on behalf of his/her client or patient. The applicant can help to provide the necessary information.
2. Who is eligible for Friends of Man assistance?
We assist applicants who have
• Household income of 300% or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Been in a stable living environment for at least 3 months
• Are not homeless or living in institutional care
• U.S. Government-issued ID:
• Social Security number
• ITIN
• Protected status, or other U.S. government-issued document
• If none of the above, we can consider documented proof of stable residency/employment for one year.
3. What does Friends of Man help with?
• Home modifications including wheelchair ramps and bathrooms (no walk-in tubs)
• Wheelchair ramps
• Mobility equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, scooters)
• Lift chairs
• Hearing aids (for states without government coverage)
• Compression garments
• Adaptive equipment
• Prostheses
• Bioness and Walk-aid devices
• Orthopedic braces and shoes
• Vehicle adaptations, hand controls (no van conversions)
• Assistive technology (medically prescribed)
• Medical equipment
4. Is there anything that Friends of Man does NOT help with?
• Back bills (already paid, ordered, received, or work started)
• Utilities
• Exams or diagnostic testing
• Items not listed above (See #3)
5. What is the Friends of Man Payment Policy?
When a request is approved, Friends of Man notifies the vendor in writing of our commitment. The vendor provides the item or service to the applicant
only after receiving our written approval. Friends of Man then pays the vendor directly, after delivery of the item of service is confirmed.
6. How long does the application process take?
Depending on how quickly we receive all the requested information and documentation, a decision could be reached in as little as two to three weeks