For details of adaptations and grants you may be eligible to receive, or to arrange for an assessment for occupational therapy services, contact the Disability Resource Centre. You can also complete the on-line referral form.
You can have an assessment if you:
- are aged 18 or over and are finding it difficult to care for yourself
- have a physical disability
- have lost some or all of your hearing or sight
- have a learning disability or mental health problem
- have a long-term illness or infirmity
- have problems as a result of drug or alcohol dependency
- are caring for someone but feel that you need support with this task. In these circumstances, you can ask for a carer's assessment.
From 1st April 2003, councils have had to use guidance from the Department of Health (External link), called 'Fair Access to Care Services', which explains the eligibility criteria. The aim is to ensure assessments are fair and consistent. The guidance covers all new requests we receive for help (known as referrals) for people over 18.
