Who We Serve
People Who Want to Work from Home (Telework)
Telework or telecommuting loans are available to Virginians with disabilities who require low interest credit financing for computers and other equipment that will enable the individual to be employed and have earnings from the home or residence.
Loans can be used to purchase any mechanical or electronic device or apparatus, software or telecommunication systems necessary to perform telework listed below. Loan proceeds can also be used to cover the cost of training needed to use the equipment properly, maintenance agreements and extended warranties for the equipment, and maintenance and repair expenses for the equipment.
- Computers, printers, software and related peripherals;
- Fax machines and scanners;
- Tools;
- Office machines (e.g., adding machines, postage meters, etc.)
- Telecommunication devices;
- Office furniture;
- Home modifications to create accessible home offices; and
- Assistive technology.
A Few Conditions for Approval of Telework Loans
A telework loan will generally be considered favorably if the equipment to be purchased with the loan will assist you as a person with disability to do at least one of the following:
- Begin telework for an employer when you were previously unemployed;
- Increase your income by increasing work hours and/or hourly wages in an existing job through telework;
- Begin working at home to accommodate your disability;
- Allow you to remain employed at your current level, and prevent job loss or a reduction in earnings through telework; or
- Initiate or expand self-employment with an approved business plan.
Special consultation is available to Virginias interested in learning more about Telework options. Contact NewWell Fund to request such consultations.
For more information on getting back to work and developing a business plan, check the Virginia Department of Business Assistance Disabled Entrepreneurs Resources and Your Path to Work from the Department of Rehabilitative Services.