Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) - WNC

Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) can provide up to £30,000 to help people with a disability pay for a range of necessary improvements and adaptations to their home. The amount awarded is also subject to confirmation of the assessed needs of the disabled person by a suitably qualified professional.

Who can apply?

To apply for a DFG you or someone living in the property must be disabled. A disabled person under the age of 18 is entitled to the maximum £30,000, but if you are 18 or over the amount you can apply for will depend on your income and savings.

You are eligible to apply for a DFG if you receive any of the following:

• Disability Living Allowance
• Personal Independent Payment
• Council Tax Reduction (not single occupancy reduction)
• Income support
• Income-based Job Seekers Allowance
• Guarantee Pension Credit

If you do not receive any of the above you may still be eligible.

What type of work is considered?

The grants can fund a wide range of projects including:

• widening doors
• installing ramps
• stairlifts or hoists
• level access showers
• ground floor bathroom or bedroom adaptations
• driveway and parking solutions
• plus many more

For more information and to apply, visit Disabled Facilities Grants.