Easier Ways guides
Assessments and help with the cost of adaptations
How to ask for an assessment, understand the council process and find out whether help with the cost may be available.
Getting assessed
How do you arrange a home adaptation assessment?
How to request a free council home assessment, what an occupational therapist may look at and how to prepare for the visit.
Read the guideAssessments and fundingCan the council provide small home adaptations?
Find out how council assessments can lead to smaller items such as grab rails, steps, lighting and equipment.
Read the guideHelp with larger work
Could a Disabled Facilities Grant help with adaptations?
What Disabled Facilities Grants may cover, who applies, why assessment comes first and what to check before starting work.
Read the guidePlanning and buyingDo home adaptations need planning permission?
When planning permission, building regulations, landlord consent or listed-building approval may affect home adaptations.
Read the guideNot sure where to begin?
Tell us which everyday task is becoming difficult. We can help you work out what sort of assessment, equipment or specialist is worth looking into.