Aids and Adaptations

What Are Aids & Adaptations?

If you or someone in your household has a disability, we can help. You can request reasonable adjustments, changes that remove barriers and make it easier for you to access our services.

There’s no fixed list of adjustments. Some examples include:

• Changing door handles or taps for easier use
• Installing grab rails (inside and outside)
• Minor paving or pathway adjustments
• Small adaptation works to your home
• Adjusting how we communicate with you
• Updating or replacing signs in and around your building
• Giving you more time to complete something (if legally possible)
• Speaking with a family member or friend on your behalf (with your permission)

How We Consider Requests

When you ask for an adjustment, we’ll look at:

• How practical and easy it is to make the change
• Whether it would significantly affect others or our services
• The impact the adjustment would have for you
• The availability and cost of any aids or adaptations
• Sometimes, we may ask for medical evidence to help us assess your request

Larger Adaptations

If you need bigger changes, like a wet room, an Occupational Health referral would be required. One of our surveyors will visit to assess your needs, and we’ll then pass the referral to Birmingham City Council for funding approval.

For updates or more information, contact 0121 303 1234 or csadultsocialcare@birmingham.gov.uk

How to Make a Request

You can ask for an adjustment in a way that suits you:

We’re here to support you, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help.

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