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Dr Rachel Russell, Senior Regional Advisor, recently had the opportunity to present to a group of Scottish Occupational Therapists (OTs) about our work on behaviours of concern. This visit provided valuable insights into the similarities and differences in OT practice between England and Scotland.

The Home Adaptations Installer Network aims to ensure that essential modifications for older adults and people with disabilities are carried out by reliable and skilled professionals. Whether funded by Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) or by private individuals, this network offers a trusted route to find qualified tradespeople who have been carefully vetted to ensure they deliver high standards of workmanship and customer service. 

Foundations’ Autumn London and South East Network meetings included presentations from the Centre for Ageing Better and Happy Energy, showcasing a commitment to improving housing quality to enable independent living.

In this blog, Rachel Russell Senior Regional Advisor at Foundations, reflects on holding the latest Caseworker Network Meeting that aims to share experiences and address common challenges.

In this blog Foundations Regional Advisor, Tim English, reflects on the Bathroom Adaptations Technical Training Tour. These events aim to empower professionals to better understand and implement accessible bathroom adaptations.

We're calling on technical officers, case workers, grant officers, occupational therapists, and managers to share success stories. Your experiences are invaluable in demonstrating the DFG's real-world impact to key stakeholders.

Foundations is excited to launch a brand-new Housing Assistance Policy Masterclass, designed specifically for those involved in local housing policy and the allocation of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).

The wait is over, after many months of analysis, listening to customers and technical testing, we are pleased to announce the launch of Case Manager Instant Expert.

Foundations has developed a new resource in response to inquiries from Better Care Fund (BCF) leads regarding Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) underspend and uncommitted budgets.

In this blog, Regional Advisor, Yasmeen Hussein is seeking input from the adaptations sector into new guidance around Mental Capacity and the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG).