Disabled Facilities Grant
The Disabled Facilities Grant is a local authority grant that funds home adaptations — such as ramps, stairlifts and accessible bathrooms — to support independent living.
Who it serves
Disabled people who need adaptations to live safely and independently at home.
Key points
What providers should know about Disabled Facilities Grant.
Supporting Disabled Facilities Grant providers
Coordinate occupational therapy assessments and recommendations.
Track adaptation requests through to completion.
Record outcomes for independence and safety.
Support accessible, reasonable-adjustment planning.
Sectors, bodies & frameworks
The care sectors, national bodies and regulatory frameworks most connected to Disabled Facilities Grant. Applicability varies by provider type, programme and UK nation.
Regulatory frameworks
- Care Act — The legal framework for adult social care, assessment and safeguarding in England.
- Equality Act — Protects people from discrimination and requires reasonable adjustments.
Funding and delivery differ across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. CareFocusIQ is designed to reflect the regulators, funding routes and standards of each UK nation. Explore the nations & regions directory for nation-level intelligence.
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