The Welsh Government has reallocated £2.2m to the
Disabled Facilities Grant to support housing adaptations for
older and disabled people, enabling them to live more
independently and safely in their own homes for longer.
All local authorities in Wales have been offered the grant
funding to spend on housing adaptations in their regions
this financial year.
The grant is designed to help older and disabled people make
necessary adaptations to their homes to improve accessibility and
safety.
Adaptations can be tailored to meet the specific needs of an
individual to improve mobility and access throughout the home,
including modifications such as grab rails, widening doors and
installing ramps.
Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, , said: “Home adaptations can
be a lifeline for some of the most vulnerable members of our
communities and I'm pleased that we're able to provide further
funding to help more people live with greater independence and
dignity.
"These vital services support people to be discharged from
hospital when they are fit to go home, helping to relieve
pressure on the NHS."
An additional £5.5m in capital investment has also been agreed to
support independent living programmes in the next financial
year, bringing the capital budget for 2025-26 to £25m. Revenue
funding has also been increased to more than £6m.
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Notes to editors
Information on how to adapt your home if you are disabled or an
older person is available here: Adapt your home if you are
disabled or an older person | GOV.WALES
