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Housing Adaptations and Funding

Housing Adaptations and Funding. Pammy Malhotra. Pammy Malhotra Neuromuscular Care Pathway Coordinator & Patient Advocate . p .malhotra@muscular-dystrophy.org 0207 803 2859 07827 241043. Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. The only national charity focusing on all muscle disease.

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Housing Adaptations and Funding

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  1. HousingAdaptations and Funding PammyMalhotra

  2. Pammy Malhotra Neuromuscular Care Pathway Coordinator & Patient Advocate p.malhotra@muscular-dystrophy.org 0207 803 2859 07827 241043

  3. Muscular Dystrophy Campaign • The only national charity focusing on all muscle disease. • Pioneer in the search for treatments and cures since 1959 • Dedicated to improving the lives of all people affected by muscle disease. Visit our website: www.muscular-dystrophy.org

  4. Disabled Facilities GrantLegislation • Grant from Council if you are disabled and need to make changes to your home. Changes such as facilitating access in and out of property, provide a suitable heating system, ensure access to rooms and facilities, provide assistive equipment to promote independence • Means tested for adults but not for anyone under 18 • DFG limit - £30k in England, £36k Wales & £25k in Northern Ireland • Own the home or are a tenant and intend to live there for 5 years or more

  5. Adaptations Manual2nd edition Philippa Harpin FCOT, Dip Soc Res, DipCOT, SROT

  6. Advocacy Service

  7. Advocacy Ambassadors Network of voluntary Advocacy Ambassadors across England Friendly advocates who share experiences Equipped with tools and tips for accessing services, benefits and equipment

  8. Thank you for listening Any questions?

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