Help with changes to your home
Helping you stay independent at home.
If you have a disability, you may be able to get changes made to your home to help you live safely and independently.
Our Major Adaptations team manages the assessment process and arranges the work.
Who can apply
This service is for Croydon residents who need home adaptations because of a disability, including:
- council tenants
- homeowners and leaseholders
- private tenants
- housing association tenants
Types of adaptations
Adaptations may include:
- level access showers
- stair lifts
- ramps
- widening doorways
- adapted kitchens
- equipment such as hoists or automatic doors
How it works
Contact Occupational Therapy
You must contact our Occupational Therapy service to start the process.
Assessment
An Occupational Therapist will assess your needs and recommend suitable adaptations.
Review and prioritisation
Your case is reviewed and prioritised based on your needs.
Planning the work
How the work is arranged depends on your housing.
Council tenants
The Major Adaptations Team will arrange the work.
Homeowners, leaseholders and housing association or private tenants
The work is arranged through the Staying Put service.
What to expect
There may be a wait for your assessment and for work to begin because of high demand. You will be kept updated throughout the process.
Specialist contractors will complete the work.