Disabled Person’s Grant

A local authority may make a grant available for the provision of additional accommodation or the necessary works of adaptation to a house to meet the needs of a member of the household who has a disability. The grant is not means-tested. The amount of the grant cannot exceed 90% of the approved cost of the works subject to a maximum grant of €20,320. Possible works covered include:-

• New bathroom
• New bedroom
• Adapt existing bathroom (level deck shower etc.)
• Stair Lift
• Conversion of store/garage to bedroom
• Contribution towards heating
• Contribution towards pathway (disabled access)

• How to apply

• Application forms available from your local authority.
• Medical report required from GP/Consultant.
• Tax Clearance Certificate required if grant awarded is in excess of €10,000.