Grant Information

ACT provides small grants of up to £2,500 to individuals with the aim of enhancing the quality of life for people in need, (specifically the mentally and physically disabled).

Our grants provide financial assistance towards the cost of:-

1. Modifications to homes where a DFG (Disabled Facilities Grant) has been applied for and been granted and where there is a shortfall in the funds required.
2. Equipment such as specialised wheelchairs or other mobility aids and equipment including medical equipment to assist independent living.
3. Short-term respite breaks at a registered respite centre.

We will not make grants:

1. Which would replace statutory funding;
2. Which would pay for work that has already commenced or equipment already purchased or on order;
3. For building alterations where a DFG has not been applied for and awarded.

We welcome applications for grants from all sections of the community and decisions on prioritisation are made having regard to funding levels and never on grounds of gender, age or race.

Information to help with your application

Size of grants

Any grant awarded will not normally exceed £2,500.

As a guide here are some of the grants we have made:-

• Stair lifts
• Contributions to disabled bathroom conversions
• Motorised wheelchairs
• Books and equipment for use at specialist colleges
• Respite breaks
• Specialist and other furniture
• Vehicle adaptations