Housing adaptation grants in Galway: who to ask, and who does the work
20 providers cover County Galway, including 2 based here (Dolphin Stairlifts, Hynes Home Improvements). Local firms are shown first.
20 listed for Co. Galway
Who runs it in Galway: Galway City Council or Galway County Council (whichever covers your address).
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 Galway:
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Housing adaptation grants in Galway: FAQs
Who do I apply to for a housing adaptation grant in Galway?
Galway City Council or Galway County Council (whichever covers your address). 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 Galway?
It varies and changes, so ring your Galway council and ask. Ask too whether they accept a report from a private, CORU-registered occupational therapist. 1 private OT service listed here covers Galway.
Can I use any contractor in Galway?
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.