Grants for Disabled People

Related Sites

Orkney CollegeExternal link to the Orkney College website.Careers ScotlandExternal link to go to the Careers Scotland websiteLearn DirectExternal link to go to the Learn Direct Scotland websiteOrkney Citizens AdviceExternal link to the Orkney Citizens Advice websiteNHS OrkneyExternal link to go to the website for NHS OrkneyDirectgov - Money, Tax and BenefitsExternal link to go to the money, tax and benefits section on the Directgov website

Grants for Disabled People

Home Improvement Grants

To ensure that individuals are clearly informed of the procedures.
To distinguish between various grants options.
To comply with the conditions of Local Authority Grants.
To ensure that all alternatives (e.g. re-housing) are explored at an early stage.
If you own your home, Orkney Care and Repair and Orkney Islands Council Building Standards division can help you apply for a Home Improvement Grant.

Disabled Students Allowance

For Advice please contact:

OIC Education Department
Orkney College
Careers Scotland
Learn Direct

For additional information on these contacts please see the Related Sites section.

Tax Relief when Hospitalised