no disabled family members. It’s a waste of resources. I don’t get that.’ Recommendation 14. Housing providers must commit to achieving allocation of adapted rented housing to make the best use of resources and adapted stock. It’s also remembering that not all existing properties are in fact adaptable, such as Scotland’s older or tenement housing stock. This creates ever more demand for accessible new housing stock. Story an unadaptable home means a 150-mile move When David became disabled he was told that the design of his house made it unsuitable for adaptation. If he wanted to stay in the same town he was told that he faced a ten-year wait for a property. In the end, he had to move 150 miles away because there was nothing suitable available more locally. Quote from David was told that there was a ten-year waiting list for housing suitable ‘I for adaptation in my area.’ When David asked for adaptations to his home he was told that he was not eligible for grants because he’s a social rented tenant. But his landlord says they don’t have any money to pay for them. David believes that disabled people are not getting what they’re entitled to. Recommendation 15 Local authorities must demonstrate a full understanding of their duties towards disabled people in relation to adaptations as well as their rights, including through training and practice development.
no disabled family members. It’s a waste of resources. I don’t get that.’ Recommendation 14. Housing providers must commit to achieving allocation of adapted rented housing to make the best use of resources and adapted stock. It’s also remembering that not all existing properties are in fact adaptable, such as Scotland’s older or tenement housing stock. This creates ever more demand for accessible new housing stock. Story an unadaptable home means a 150-mile move When David became disabled he was told that the design of his house made it unsuitable for adaptation. If he wanted to stay in the same town he was told that he faced a ten-year wait for a property. In the end, he had to move 150 miles away because there was nothing suitable available more locally. Quote from David ‘I was told that there was a ten-year waiting list for housing suitable for adaptation in my area.’ When David asked for adaptations to his home he was told that he was not eligible for grants because he’s a social rented tenant. But his landlord says they don’t have any money to pay for them. David believes that disabled people are not getting what they’re entitled to. Recommendation 15 Local authorities must demonstrate a full understanding of their duties towards disabled people in relation to adaptations as well as their rights, including through training and practice development.
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