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People with Physical Difficulties
If you are a person with physical disabilities you may be able to have your home adapted to meet your needs. If you are on a low income, you may be eligible for a disabled facilities grant or loan to help finance these adaptations.
For more details, contact the Private Sector Housing team on 01462 474000 or at service@north-herts.gov.uk.
Anchor Staying Put is a home improvement agency that helps disabled homeowners and private tenants. They can advise on any adaption work needed, reliable contractors and refer to Occupational Therapists where appropriate. They can be contacted at:
Anchor Staying Put
126 Great North Road
Hatfield
Herts
AL9 5JZ
Telephone: 01707 255710
E-mail: stayingput.northhertfordshire@anchor.org.uk
There are also numerous housing association properties with a variety of adaptations across the district. We can also co-ordinate support services that enable residents to staying in their home. In order to access these requirements, you will need to join the Common Housing Register. Further information is available on our Common Housing Register pages.
Useful Links
DisabledGo
Launched to mark the European Year of Disabled People, DisabledGo is a website that provides access information for disabled people around the UK.
Disabilities Trust
A fast-growing charity offering leading-edge personal care, special needs education, rehabilitation and specialist housing.
Adult Care Services - Hertfordshire County Council
They are able to arrange services providing care or support, or provide aids and equipment to help people manage at home. They also provide general information and advice about local services and organisations
