New report shows that investing in adaptations and HIAs can create “extraordinary” savings
Older and disabled people who have adapted their homes see improvements in mobility, wellbeing and wider physical benefits, according to a brand-new report that researches…
Foundations to deliver expert webinar on understanding latest DFG guidance
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) is working with Foundations UK to deliver a free informative webinar to professionals that work with housing adaptations and…
BREAKING: DFGs in the spotlight as Channel 4 coverage reveals people can wait three years for adaptations
Channel 4 shone a spotlight on the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) in its news report last night (Tuesday 5 April 2022) and what the grant…
Government publishes important guidance for councils on delivering effective DFG-funded adaptations
Two UK Government departments have published joint free guidance for local authorities about how they can effectively and efficiently deliver DFG-funded home adaptations to best…
Case study: DFG-funded homelift enriches life of visually impaired man and arthritic dog Rocky
Craig Mucznik, 47 from Nottingham, and one of his Bichon Frise dogs, Rocky, have regained independence and happiness at home thanks to an innovative homelift…
Important self-assessment portal for home adaptations launches to cut lengthy waiting times
The national body for home improvement agencies (HIAs) in England, Foundations, has announced that its new AdaptMyHome online self-assessment portal is now live and ready…
Winners of the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021 unveiled
The achievements of council teams, charities and inspirational frontline staff in supporting independent living have been celebrated at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021. This…
Adult social care reform whitepaper: Key takeaways for assistive tech professionals
The UK Government has published its long-anticipated adult social care reform whitepaper, which details its 10-year vision for the sector and provides information on funded…
Case study: DFG-funded installation of downstairs shower toilet transforms man’s life
Paul Beasley, from Middlesbrough, who has chronic back issues, has had his life transformed and made “one hundred times better” by the installation of a…
Over £6.9bn increase to Better Care Fund to drive integration between health and social care
More than £ billion has been committed to the Better Care Fund this year to continue driving integration between health and social care and support…