Housing adaptation grants in Cavan: who to ask, and who does the work
16 providers cover County Cavan, including 1 based here (Breffni Mobility Stairlifts). Local firms are shown first.
16 listed for Co. Cavan
Who runs it in Cavan: Cavan County Council.
Before you ring any contractor, ask the council how long the OT waiting list is, and whether you can use a private OT.
Details are taken from each business's own website and public council lists. HomeAdapt.ie is not a contractor or part of any council. Check credentials, insurance and tax clearance before hiring anyone.
The grants, in brief
- €40,000: Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability. level-access showers, downstairs toilets, widened doorways, ramps, through-floor lifts, extensions.
- €8,000: Mobility Aids Grant. grab rails, ramps, stairlifts, level-access showers.
- €10,700: Housing Aid for Older People. rewiring, heating, roofing, structural repair.
- Never start before written approval. Work done first isn't covered.
Figures as published on gov.ie, checked August 2026. Thresholds change and councils apply them differently, so always confirm with your local authority.
Neighbouring counties
Many stairlift firms and contractors travel. These counties border Cavan:
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Housing adaptation grants in Cavan: FAQs
Who do I apply to for a housing adaptation grant in Cavan?
Cavan County Council. All three schemes (the Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability, the Mobility Aids Grant and Housing Aid for Older People) are run by your local authority, not the HSE.
How long is the OT waiting list in Cavan?
It varies and changes, so ring Cavan County Council and ask. Ask too whether they accept a report from a private, CORU-registered occupational therapist. 1 private OT service listed here covers Cavan.
Can I use any contractor in Cavan?
Usually you choose, but you'll need three itemised quotes and the contractor must have current tax clearance before the council will pay. Don't let anyone start before written approval.