Physical disability
We provide a range of services for people who have a permanent disability and find it difficult to do normal daily tasks in the home as a result. If you are disabled we will aim to help you, and those who help look after you, to live as independently as possible in your own home.
What help is available?
Our occupational therapists can visit you to look at problems you may be experiencing in your home and to help you find solutions. They are trained to be help you find different, easier ways of doing things. They can also advise on:
- occupational therapy – helping you regain independence after an illness or accident, with basic skills such as getting dressed and cooking a meal.
- special equipment – the right equipment can make a big difference. We can recommend, and in some circumstances provide, equipment.
- home adaptations – alterations to your home may help you to manage important daily activities more easily, for example a ramp to your front door. We can give you advice about suitable alterations and tell you about help you could get to organise and fund the work.
To find out more about special equipment, home adaptations and other schemes and grants to help you get around, manage or maintain your own home, see our section on Handy work, repairs and equipment.
Will I have to pay?
You do not have to pay for advice, and often our equipment is loaned to you free. Some of the other services we provide are not always free and we will ask you to pay for or contribute towards the cost.
The amount you have to pay depends on how much you can afford. We will tell you how much you will need to pay before you start to get services from us. For more information visit paying for services.
How do I apply?
To qualify for services you must have a permanent disability. This means you find it very difficult to do essential daily activities, for example, getting in and out of bed, or on or off the toilet.
Our services are limited by the money we have available so it is not possible to help everyone who applies. If you only have difficulty bathing, we will send you advice and information. You can find out more by downloading our bathing information leaflet.
How to register as a disabled person
Information on how to register for benefits if you are a disabled person..
How to register as blind or partially sighted
Information on how to register as blind or partially sighted.
How can I get a wheelchair?
If you are finding it difficult to get around your home or have difficulty walking, see our page on how to get a wheelchair.
Shop Mobility
The shop mobility scheme allows people with mobility difficulties to borrow a self-propelled or battery operated wheelchair or scooter to travel around the town centre.
Disability beds and mattresses
Mobility Plus in Eastbourne and Polegate sell these along with other equipment for people with a disability.
