Bathroom Adaptation Grants — Falkirk Council
Falkirk Council funds essential bathroom adaptations through its Scheme of Assistance. If you live in Falkirk, Grangemouth, Bonnybridge, Polmont or anywhere else in the district, this is how the process works and what we can do to help.
Grant funding at a glance
Most essential bathroom adaptations are 80% grant-funded by Falkirk Council. Households on a qualifying means-tested benefit can receive 100% funding.
Adaptations are arranged via Falkirk Council's Occupational Therapy service (Social Work). Self-referrals are accepted by calling Falkirk Council Social Work on 01324 506070.
How the Falkirk Council Scheme of Assistance process works
1. Request an Occupational Therapy assessment
Call Falkirk Council Social Work directly, or ask your GP to refer you. The OT will visit your home, assess how you use the bathroom and recommend what's needed.
2. Get a quote in the council's format
Once you have the OT specification, we'll provide a written quote that mirrors it line by line — exactly what Falkirk's grants officer needs to process the application.
3. Means test & grant approval
Falkirk Council assesses household income against the standard Scottish thresholds. You'll be notified in writing of the grant amount and any contribution due from you.
4. Install
Once approved we schedule the work — typically within a fortnight. Most jobs are on site for 3-7 days. We invoice the council direct for the grant portion.
Documents you'll need
- Written OT recommendation (the council OT issues this)
- Proof of address in the Falkirk Council area
- Proof of any qualifying benefits (for 100% funding)
- Recent income evidence for means assessment
- Our itemised quote (we provide this)
Frequently asked questions
How long does Falkirk Council take to approve a bathroom grant?▾
Typical end-to-end timeline is 8-16 weeks from OT referral to approval. The OT assessment and quote stage takes the longest; once you have approval, we can usually be on site within two weeks.
Do I have to use a contractor Falkirk Council chooses?▾
No. You can choose any qualified contractor. As long as the quote matches the OT specification and we hold the right trade qualifications, Falkirk Council will process the grant against our quote.
Will Falkirk Council pay for a wet room?▾
Yes — where the OT recommends a wet room as the appropriate adaptation, it's covered by the Scheme of Assistance on the same 80%/100% basis as a walk-in shower.
What if I'm a homeowner versus a council/housing association tenant?▾
Homeowners and private tenants apply via the Scheme of Assistance. Falkirk Council and housing association tenants apply through their landlord, but the OT assessment process is the same.
Can I top up the grant for upgraded fittings?▾
Yes. The grant covers the essential adaptation; if you want premium tiling, a steam shower upgrade or similar, we'll quote the difference separately so you can decide.
Towns we cover in Falkirk
Adaptations we install under Falkirk grants
Free, no-obligation quote
We'll quote in the exact format Falkirk Council need for grant submission.