Help for the person you are caring for

Help with staying independent in their own home

Different types of equipment, adaptations and technology could make the home safer, your life easier and provide independence for the person you are caring for.

For more information on making homes more suitable, assistive technology and more see:

Staying independent in your home

Financial support for making changes in the home

The person you're caring for may be able to get a grant towards the cost of making changes to their home.

This is called a 'Disabled Facilities Grant'.

Disabled Facilities Grant

Where to get help


  • Online tool to help with finding equipment for the home to help with physical and mental health, carrying out tasks around the home and getting out and about for older and disabled adults and children. 
  • The Living Better Lives Resource Centre