Bathroom Adaptation Grants — Clackmannanshire Council
Clackmannanshire Council and Care & Repair Scotland fund essential bathroom adaptations across the wee county — Alloa, Tullibody, Sauchie, Tillicoultry, Clackmannan and surrounding villages.
Grant funding at a glance
80% grant on essential adaptations, 100% for households on a qualifying benefit. Care & Repair often handle the paperwork.
Contact Clackmannanshire Council Social Services on 01259 225000 for an OT referral, or Care & Repair Forth Valley directly.
How the Clackmannanshire Scheme of Assistance process works
1. OT referral
Request a visit through Clackmannanshire Social Services or your GP. Care & Repair can also help initiate the referral.
2. Specification and quote
Once the OT issues their spec, we quote in the matching format the council requires for grant assessment.
3. Approval
Means test and grant decision typically take 3-4 weeks once the quote is submitted.
4. Installation
Work scheduled within two weeks of approval. Most installs complete in under a week.
Documents you'll need
- OT specification
- Proof of Clackmannanshire address
- Benefit award letters
- Income evidence
- Our quote
Frequently asked questions
Who do I call to start the process?▾
Clackmannanshire Council Social Services on 01259 225000, or call us first — we can point you to the right person and prep you for the OT visit.
How long does the wait list usually run?▾
Typically 6-8 weeks for an OT visit, then another 4-6 weeks for grant approval. Total 10-14 weeks is normal.
Does the council pay direct or do I claim back?▾
Almost always the council pays the contractor (us) directly for the grant portion. You only pay your means-tested contribution and any upgrades.
Are wet rooms covered?▾
Yes, where the OT recommends a wet room as the appropriate solution.
What if I rent privately?▾
Private tenants can apply with written landlord consent for the work. The grant still covers 80% (or 100% on qualifying benefits).
Towns we cover in Clackmannanshire
Adaptations we install under Clackmannanshire grants
Free, no-obligation quote
We'll quote in the exact format Clackmannanshire Council need for grant submission.