How to start

Essex County Council has made a leaflet to explain the grant and how to apply:
📎 Adapting Your Home (PDF – if you can’t access it, please email us for help)

You can also visit:🌐 www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants

Or call 0345 603 7630

Means testing - We currently do not means test for Disabled Facilities Grants

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How to start

Essex County Council has made a leaflet to explain the grant and how to apply:📎 Adapting Your Home (PDF – if you can’t access it, please email us for help)

You can also visit:🌐 www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants

Or call 0345 603 7630

Means testing - We currently do not means test for Disabled Facilities Grants

How to start

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Essex County Council has made a leaflet to explain the grant and how to apply:
📎 Adapting Your Home (PDF – if you can’t access it, please email us for help)