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geek84
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Hi Folks
My elderly mother, who lives with us, can no longer climb stairs. We have a very small bathroom downstairs which only consists of a toilet and wash basin.
We are thinking of extending this small bathroom in order to fit a shower for my mother and have enough room to place the bed nearby.
Does anyone know if there is any financial help available to cover these costs?
A friend of mine mentioned a disabled facilities grant. Would that apply in this case? If so, what is the criteria for getting one?
Thank You
My elderly mother, who lives with us, can no longer climb stairs. We have a very small bathroom downstairs which only consists of a toilet and wash basin.
We are thinking of extending this small bathroom in order to fit a shower for my mother and have enough room to place the bed nearby.
Does anyone know if there is any financial help available to cover these costs?
A friend of mine mentioned a disabled facilities grant. Would that apply in this case? If so, what is the criteria for getting one?
Thank You
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First thing to do would be to get a needs assessment, this will determine what help is available to her. You can refer your mum here. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/help-from-social-services-and-charities/getting-a-needs-assessment/Details on the DFG here. https://www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants/eligibility
I would appreciate it if members wouldn't tag me please. I have all notifcations turned off and wouldn't want a member thinking i'm being rude by not replying.If i see a question that i know the answer to i will try my best to help. -
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