The Disabled Facilities Grant is a provision aimed to provide adaptation of a property, enabling a person with disability to manage more independently within their home. It may be based on the recommendation of an Occupational Therapist. Discretionary grants have been restricted, but at present there are mandatory elements to the grant which is available to support recommended works. The Disabled Facilities Grant is non means assessed for children, but there is a means assessment for adults. Further details regarding the Disabled Facilities Grant can be sourced via: https://www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants/overview.
Who can apply for Disabled Facilities Grant?
Owner occupiers, landlords or private tenants can apply for assistance to carry out adaptations, providing there is a person with a disability living in the house and the works are considered to be necessary and appropriate to meet their needs.
What is the value of the Disabled Facilities Grant?
The amount of grant paid depends on the approved cost of the work and your financial circumstances if the applicant is no longer a child. The maximum Disabled Facilities Grant mandatory provision is £30,000 if you live in England and £36,000 if you live in Wales. If the applicant is a disabled child under the age of 19 then there is no means assessment.