Adaptations to your home

An assessment of your functional needs will be carried out by a clinician, such as an Occupational Therapist or other health professional. They will help you decide which pieces of equipment or adaptations can help you. It could be major adaptations (e.g. stair lift, through floor lift, level access shower, ramps) or major equipment to help you and your carer move you safely in your home, these are known as Complex Aids.

It may be that an adaptation to your home, such as a ramp or widening doorways to allow wheelchair access will enable you to remain living there independently. 

If your assessment establishes that you require small items of equipment (known as Simple Aids) see the Equipment to help you page.

More information about supported accommodation

If you are assessed as requiring equipment you can try it out before installation/purchase to make sure you get the correct equipment for your needs at the Independent Living Resource Centre in our demonstration kitchen, bedroom and bathroom areas, including the latest assistive technology and Telecare. However large items of equipment in the demonstration area are limited. The centre operates a drop-in service every Tuesday from 9am to 12.30pm, otherwise you can phone for an appointment,

Independent Living Resource Centre
The Assessment Suite
14 Centre Way
Claverings Industrial Estate
Edmonton , N9 0AH
Tel: 020 8379 6937

Who can get help?

People who live in Enfield and who need practical help due to disability, for example, sight or hearing loss, physical, mental or learning disabilities, frailty or illness. To help maintain independence and quality of life we may be able to provide major pieces of equipment or carry out adaptations to your home.

In order to work out just what would make life easier for you, we need to carry out an assessment.

What is an assessment?

After the assessment we will identify and agree your needs with you and discuss the help and support available to meet them.

How much does it cost?

This will depend on the adaptations required and whether you qualify for financial help. At present, all equipment and small adaptations supplied are free of charge.

Can I get help with the cost?

It is possible. We will visit you to complete a financial assessment to work out how much you will need to contribute towards the cost of a major adaptation to your home and refer you to the Private Sector Housing Department for a financial assessment if you need to apply for a Disabled Facilities Grant.

What is a financial assessment?

Any resident of Enfield (of any age) with a permanent and substantial disability can apply for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) . This can help you with the costs of major adaptations to your home. You will need to apply for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and you will need to include details of your finances. This means that the amount you pay towards the cost of any adaptation work will depend on your income and any savings you have, not on how much work you have done.

If you are a Council tenant or live in a council property, Enfield Homes will generally pay for adaptations in their properties when it is recommended by your Occupational Therapist.

How to get in touch

If you already have a social worker or Occupational Therapist working with you, they will be able to advise on what equipment or adaptations may be needed. Alternatively, you can complete our online form to request an assessment of your needs or you can call Adult Social Care to discuss your needs over the phone.

Request an assessment online

Adult Social Care
Phone: 020 8379 1001
Email: adultsocialcare@enfield.gov.uk
Textphone: 020 8379 6962
Fax: 020 8379 2810

Another way to keep your independence is to move into sheltered or supported accommodation that has been specially designed to better suit your needs.