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…
Consultation launches on implementation of act for disabled people to easily request adaptations
The UK Government has launched a 10-week consultation to gather views from councils, disabled people, and landlords to inform regulations and guidance about disabled people…
New research reveals almost half of Brits do not consider their home accessible
Following new research that reveals a large number of Brits do not believe their current home is accessible, stairlift and homelift supplier Stannah has released…
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…
Views sought on revised Scottish guidance on providing community equipment and adaptations
The Scottish Government has launched a public consultation and is looking for views on revised guidance on the provision of community equipment and housing adaptations,…
“Cost-effective” accessible showering solution launches for those with visual impairments
Accessible bathroom specialist AKW has launched the Mullen shower tray, which aims to offer a cost-effective and strong level access showering solution for people with…
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…
EXCLUSIVE: How Foundations’ Adaptations Triage Tool helps trusted assessors manage non-complex cases
Rachel Russell, Senior Advisor at Foundations In this exclusive guest article for AT Today, Rachel Russell, Senior Advisor at Foundations, explores the development of Foundations'…
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…
Over half of housing association tenants do not get the adaptations they need, report finds
A new report from Habinteg, Anchor Hanover and Foundations Independent Living Trust, the charitable arm of the national body for home improvement agencies (HIAs) and…