You do not have to pay for everything yourself. There is real money available to help with mobility equipment and home adaptations, from grants and benefits to VAT relief, and a lot of it goes unclaimed. Here is what exists and how to get it.
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Data & charts
The Independence Map
Where you grow old in Britain shapes what care costs, and the grant funding that helps people stay home wherever they live. Our regional data story on ageing, care costs and the funding gap.
Disabled Facilities Grant
Up to £30,000 towards ramps, stairlifts and wet rooms. Who qualifies and how to apply.
Attendance Allowance
Tax-free weekly help for over-65s who need support with personal care. Not means tested.
VAT Exemption
How disabled and chronically sick people get 20% off mobility equipment and adaptations.
Bathroom Adaptation Grants
Funding for accessible bathrooms, wet rooms and walk-in showers.
Wheelchair Grants
Routes to funding a wheelchair, from the NHS to charities.
Carer’s Allowance
Financial support if you care for someone for 35+ hours a week.
The Cost of Staying Put
Compare adapting your home against the cost of a care home, with our live break-even tool.
Make it go further
Once you know what you can claim, the next step is spending it well. Browse trusted suppliers and more advice in our guides & tools, or compare stairlift, bathroom and mobility scooter specialists near you.