Applying for a grant and who is eligible

You can apply for the grant if you or someone in your property is disabled or if you are the landlord of a disabled tenant. To apply you must be either be the owner of the property or a tenant, and intend to stay at the property for at least five years as your main or only home. Our financial assistance policy includes more information.

All grants must be supported by an Occupational Therapist assessment, you will need to speak to your GP and get a referral to an Occupational Therapist before a grant can be considered. The Occupational Therapist will assess your current housing situation and medical needs and they will send recommendations to Hastings Borough Council for the adaptations required. You can find out more information about adaptations for adults. For children you can find out more through East Sussex School Health and Children's Integrated Therapy Service or the East Sussex Children's Integrated Therapy and Equipment Service.

What is the grant for?

The grant is used to make changes to your home to support independent living.

Types of adaptations that can be provided include:

• Level Access Showers
• Stair Lifts
• Kitchen Adaptations
• External Access Ramps
• Through Floor Lifts
• Door Widening
• Electronic Door Entry Systems

Not all homes can be adapted and not all works can be covered by a Disabled Facilities Grant. Where a grant cannot be provided Hastings Borough Council will work with you to try and find an alternative solution or direct you to other agencies that may be able to provide assistance.