Repairs and Improvements

Care & Repair can advise and assist with the repair or improvement of your home for:

• Structural instability
• Dampness
• Rot/structural infestation
• Defective electrical supply
• Lack of thermal insulation
• Inadequate foul/surface drainage
• Inadequate water supply
• Lack of toilet/basin, bath/shower
• Inadequate light/ventilation.

Your property will be assessed by a Grants Officer from the Highland Council and their recommendations will form the basis of the package of works we can offer you.

Major Adaptations

Care & Repair can help with adaptations to your home to suit your needs:

• Works to improve safety and access inside or outside the building
• Works to improve personal care or health needs.

Your needs will be assessed by Health and Social Care staff and their recommendations will form the basis of the package of works we can offer to you.

Telecare

Telecare is an alarm system that ensures you get the help you need in case of an emergency at home, like a fall. It helps keep you safe and independent at home for longer. Telecare also provides you and your family reassurance and peace of mind.

Telecare can give peace of mind for you and your family 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The service is provides by NHS Highland. For more information, visit: Telecare | NHS Highland

Start a referral for Telecare: Referral for Telecare | NHS Highland

Telecare Information Leaflet
Telecare to Support People Living with Dementia