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Self assessment for disability equipment

SARA - Self Assessment Rapid Access

SARA is an online self assessment questionnaire that asks a series of questions about your daily life and the difficulties you are having, and gives you tips and information on equipment and minor adaptations to your home.

We have developed the SARA questionnaire in partnership with the Disabled Living Foundation to include information on local services.

Where your situation is not complicated and the disability is not severe, the self assessment will offer you information and advice to help you independently manage your disability needs.

For example, if having a handrail by your front door would be helpful, or if you are having difficulty getting in or out of the bath, the assessment will generate tips and information on where you can see, try and buy suitable equipment.

Completing a self assessment

Most people find it takes about 30 minutes to complete the online self assessment. However, if you have lots of questions or are unfamiliar with computers it may take longer.

If you decide you want to try out or buy any of the equipment or minor adaptations, you can access the range through the Aztec Centre via the contact details below. You can also buy a small range of equipment direct from our online Specialist equipment shop via 'Do it online'. The centre is open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10am - 4pm and it is best to make an appointment to avoid disappointment.

Alternatively, you can go to other local and national suppliers to see and buy a wider range of equipment or, if you feel you cannot afford to buy, it is possible to get some equipment on loan. (see the Specialist equipment suppliers 'see also' link). 

You can also find out ways to maximise your income via the Welfare benefits advice 'see also' link.

If you would like to complete a self assessment for equipment and minor adaptations go to the Online self assessment for equipment associated link.

When you have completed your assessment you will be given a report on your options.

And remember - completing the self assessment doesn't cost anything.

Need help completing the self assessment?

We have made arrangements with Age Concern Croydon (Croydon Disability Forum) to provide assistance for people who may have difficulty accessing the internet (including those for whom English is not the first language and for people with dyslexia) but still wish to complete the online SARA self assessment.

Contact them at the details below to arrange an appointment, which can be at one of a number of locations in the borough or in your own home.

What the self assessment does not cover

This self assessment is not for council services such as meals on wheels, home care, day services or short breaks. More information on these services is available on this website.

Complex needs

If your needs are complicated, you may still wish to try the SARA self assessment first as it may have some immediate solutions for you. You can then contact Social Services for Adults to make a referral for a professional assessment. There is usually a waiting list and referrals are prioritised according to the level of personal need.

Your SARA report may be helpful to you, and you may feel better informed if you have a professional assessment.

Contact Details

Contact name
Social services for adults
Department
Department for Adult Services and Housing
Telephone
020 8726 6500
Minicom
020 8760 5797
Email
Referral.team2@croydon.gov.uk
Address
Taberner House
Park Lane
Croydon CR9 3JS
Contact name
Aztec Centre
Telephone
020 8664 8860
Address
Access Ability Centre
28 Boulogne Road
Thornton Heath
Croydon CR0 2QT
Contact name
Age Concern Croydon
Telephone
020 8680 5450
Fax
020 8288 9229
Email
acc@ageconcerncroydon.org.uk
Address
158-162 London Road
Croydon CR0 2TD
Website
www.ageconcerncroydon.org.uk

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