Where can I find grant help for Aids & Adaptations?

MistyAvidreader8

Hello, I am wanting some help around aids or adaptations. I have several joint problems, and a recent MRI of my back confirmed L1/L2 disc problems and arthritis. My question is: my mattress is very old, and as a single person who works full-time, my income is very limited for purchasing extras. I have applied and been declined for PIP just this week and will go to MR, but it's a long process; I understand. What I need is something a little sooner, as I wake up frequently in the night with backache due to not moving with a back spasm, stiffness, etc., and I think a new mattress could help. I am totally clueless if this is even a thing. TIA

Kimi87

Try these links:

https://www.disability-grants.org/grants-for-household-items.html

https://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/

https://www.gov.uk/cost-living-help-local-council

Rachel_Scope

Hi @MistyAvidreader8 and welcome to the community. I'm sorry you're struggling with pain. Do you get support at work to help with it? Thank you @Kimi87 for sharing those links.

How are you feeling about the PIP MR? Just in case, we have some information here https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/challenging-pip-or-other-benefits-decisions