Families usually start researching this topic because a room has become difficult to use, a move home from hospital is approaching, or they want to plan before access becomes urgent. The best outcome begins with the actual person, property and timeframe.
What the scheme is
What the scheme is should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Assessed needs
Assessed needs should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Working with providers
Working with providers should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Available home modifications
Available home modifications should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Funding disclaimer
Funding disclaimer should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Next step
Use this guide to prepare questions, then arrange an in person assessment before making final building decisions.