Care and support
Where to look for help and advice
Disability Equipment and Adaptations
A wide range of equipment is available to help disabled people with tasks such as bathing, going to the toilet, cooking, and other aspects of daily living - and there are various organisations which provide or lend such equipment.Disabled people may also benefit from minor or major adaptations to their home to make it accessible and suitable for their needs.
- Staying independent - equipment to make life easier for disabled people
- Staying independent - adapting your home when you're disabled
- Stairlifts
Equipment (which may require an adaptation to the property to be installed)
- Bathing and showering
Advice on how to do it safely
- Registering as disabled (includes deaf)
How it works and concessions available
- VAT Exemption
for disabled or long-term ill people
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- Adult Care Services
- Children with Special Needs
- Adult Care Services Publications order or view leaflets and factsheets online
External Links
- Independent Living Funds
- Disabled Living Foundation
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