Disabled Facilities Grant: help adapting your home — practical guide

What this support is about

Councils can help fund eligible adaptations needed to make a property safer or more accessible.

What to check

The council must assess whether the work is necessary and appropriate; financial assessments may apply depending on circumstances.

Practical next steps

Contact the local council and request an assessment before starting works. Check planning requirements and request written approval.

Important: This independent guide is general information, not a benefit entitlement decision. The provider’s rules and application process take precedence.