Adaptations to the home

A person with dementia may require adaptations, improvements or repairs to their home. These may help to make life easier or make it possible for the person to remain at home for longer. Adaptations to the home range from hand and grab rails to wheelchair ramps or specially designed shower and toilet facilities. Financial assistance may be available.

An occupational therapist (OT) can visit the home to assess the situation and advise on whether or not a particular adaptation may be helpful to meet the person's individual needs.