Simple equipment or small changes to your home can make the difference between a person being able to live independently and a person needing to have someone to help you or make caring for a person easier.
Staying active and independent
Basic equipment and aids
If you require basic equipment or aids to support with activities of daily living.
You can find local providers of equipment on our Resource Directory.
Enfield Wheelchair Service
Enfield Wheelchair Service provides wheelchairs and associated equipment to adults and children living in Enfield who have no or reduced walking ability, a permanent or long-term medical condition, or a projected prognosis of 6 months or over.
To access this service a referral from either your GP, an occupational therapist or physiotherapist needs to be made to the service.
Needing a little help
Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC)
Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) is an independent, national charity, who provide information and advice about choosing the right products and services to lead an independent life.
Age UK Mobility
You can purchase items which will help your mobility from Age UK mobility
Enfield Community Health Services
This is the single point of access (SPA) for referrals to District Nursing, Community matrons and Intermediate care team in Enfield in order to access community nursing services. To access this service a referral from either your GP or Health or Social Care needs to be made to the service.
Community Therapy Service - If you have difficulties or need support with your mobility, you can be referred to the Community Therapy Team for assessment of your mobility needs and if appropriate be provided with appropriate equipment such as a walking stick or rollator frame. You may benefit from a physiotherapy assessment. To access this service a referral from either your GP or Health or Social Care needs to be made to the service.
Additional assistance
Requiring equipment
An assessment is required for equipment provision by Adult Social Care.
To have an assessment you need complete a referral to the Adult Social Care Connect Team
Equipment already on loan
A lot of equipment can be reused or recycled when it is no longer required and can then be used to support other people in need.
Returning equipment on loan
If you or someone you know has had equipment on loan from The Community Equipment Service following an occupational therapy assessment and would like to return it you contact us on – Please call 0208 379 1000 (followed by option 7 , then option 4). The Community Equipment Service
Broken equipment, repairs and replacements
If you have a broken piece of equipment and would like it repaired or require a replacement, – Please call 0208 379 1000 (followed by option 7 , then option 4). The Community Equipment Service. If you feel that the equipment on loan is no longer meeting your needs and would like a reassessment please contact Adult Social Care Connect Team : 020 8379 1001.
Making adaptations to the home
Prior to adaptations being made to your home, an assessment and recommendations will be carried out by an Occupational Therapist.
As part of the assessment your individual needs and home environment will be discussed.
Adaptations to your home may include:
- Minor adaptations such as grab rails or stair rails – this covers works up to £1000 but this is at no cost to you. We will seek the consent of your landlord if you are in rented accommodation.
- Major adaptations such as showering facilities or access to upstairs - this is completed under the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG)
Disabled facilities grants (DFG)
This grant is part of a national fund, used to adapt the homes of older and/or disabled residents. If you are living with a long-term condition, you may be entitled to receive this grant to cover the cost of any changes that need to be made to your home. This could be to:
- Widen doors and install ramps
- Improve access to rooms and facilities - for example, stairlifts or a downstairs bathroom
- Provide a heating system suitable for your needs
- Adapt heating or lighting controls to make them easier to use
What is the maximum grant available?
The maximum grant you can receive for adaptations to your home in England is currently £30,000. However, it might be possible to access additional discretionary funding, depending on individual case review and availability of funds.
The grant is means-tested, so depending on how much money you have (your income or any savings), you may have to contribute towards the cost or pay the whole cost.
How do I apply?
You will need a referral from either one of Adult Social Care's Occupational Therapists, a Level 4 Trusted Assessors or an independent Occupational Therapist, who are specialists in assessing needs and can advise on what adaptations or property features you need. They can work with you and the DFG team to plan what may be funded through Disabled Facilities Grant, as well as other options to pay for the adaptations you need.
To request an Enfield Occupational Therapist Assessment, please contact the Enfield Adult Social Care Connect Team on 020 8379 1001.
Care conversation information page may provide you with more information.