Service Description: To carry out adaptations to property to enable the occupier(s) access to the property, around the property and to all essential services through Disabled Facilities Grant following referral by an Occupational Therapist. For a 'self referral form' contact the Occupational Therapy service at St Marys on 01983 534520. For an information booklet send name and address by email to contacts below requesting a booklet, or see the government website- www.communities.gov.uk For minor adaptations less than £1,000 e.g. handrails, bathlift contact Occupational Therapy as above, or your landlord if a Housing Association
Also known as:- Adaptions to Homes Disabled People, Disability and Housing, Disabled Facilities Grant
Answer: Legislation requires an assessment to be made by an Occupational Therapist before a referral can be made to us for a Disabled Facilities Grant. Contact the Occupational Therapy Department on 534520 for a self assessment referal pack to be sent.