Disabled Facilities Grant
Disabled Facilities Grants can help with necessary home adaptations, but rules and maximums vary by nation.
Plain-English summary
Disabled Facilities Grants can help pay for adaptations that make a home suitable for a disabled person. Scotland uses a different equipment and adaptations support system.
Current maximums
| Nation | Maximum listed on GOV.UK | Note |
|---|---|---|
| England | Up to GBP30,000 | Means-tested, except disabled children under 18. |
| Wales | Up to GBP36,000 | Means-tested, except disabled children under 18. |
| Northern Ireland | Up to GBP25,000 | Means-tested, with Housing Executive/local process. |
| Scotland | DFG not available | Use Scottish equipment and adaptations guidance. |
Key facts
- Grant amount usually depends on income and savings over GBP6,000.
- Children under 18 can receive a grant without parents' income being taken into account.
- You may not get a grant if work starts before council approval.
- Councils can pay in instalments, on completion, to you, or directly to the contractor.
What work can be funded?
Examples can include access ramps, stair lifts, accessible bathrooms, widened doors, heating or lighting controls, and changes needed to make a home safe and usable. The council assessment decides what is necessary and reasonable.
How to apply
- Contact your local council or relevant housing authority.
- Ask for an assessment; an occupational therapist may be involved.
- Get required quotes and permission if you rent.
- Wait for written approval before work starts.
- Submit invoices or agreed evidence for payment.
Official sources
Before you apply
This guide is general information only. Confirm details with the official source before applying, starting work or signing a contract.