Housing Support

This page provides clear, practical information on housing support available to people affected by cancer, including help with home adaptations, support for those at risk of homelessness, and services that enable independent living. Our aim is to help you understand your options and access the right support at the right time.

The Macmillan Information & Support Centre is always there to help. They can provide additional signposting and information, should this page not provide you with the housing information you require.

Home Equipment & Adaptions

Home adaptations are changes or improvements made to your house to help you stay safe, independent and comfortable — especially important for people whose health or mobility is affected by a long-term condition such as cancer. Adaptations can range from simple improvements like grab rails and ramps to major changes such as level-access showers or widened doorways. The aim is to help you manage daily tasks and stay in your own home for as long as possible.

Smaller changes such as grab rails, lever taps or small ramps can improve safety and independence at home. Visit Connect to Support Lincolnshire, which provides information on equipment & aids available locally.

Website: lincolnshire.connecttosupport.org.

Equipment & Community Support

The Lincolnshire Community Equipment Service (LCES) can provide assistive equipment such as mobility aids, beds, hoists and more, to help you stay independent.

To learn more visit, lincolnshire.connecttosupport.org

Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs)

  • If you have a disability or long-term health condition (including terminal or progressive illnesses), you may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant to help pay for larger adaptations like stairlifts or bathroom alterations.

You could use a DFG for:

  • Level-access showers or ramps
  • Stairlifts or wider doorways
  • Accessible bathroom or kitchen changes

DFGs support independent living and safety at home. They are subject to an assessment and may be means tested (depending on age and situation).

To apply contact Lincolnshire County Council Adult Social Care to request an occupational therapist assessment (this is needed for most major adaptations).
Call: 01522 782155

Wellbeing Lincs offers short-term support and information to help people live independently, including housing advice and small equipment or adjustments. They can signpost you to further services in your community.

Visit: Wellbeing Lincs

Support Services for Independent Living 

Supported living can help people affected by cancer maintain independence while getting the appropriate level of help. Below you will find information which explains the types of supported living available, who they are for, and how to access them. It also outlines the practical and emotional support services that can make day-to-day living safer and more manageable.

This county-wide service helps adults in Lincolnshire live confidently at home through assessments, short-term support and connections to local groups, services and advice. Many people living with health conditions, including cancer, find this support helpful in managing day-to-day life and accessing further resources.

Website: Wellbeing Lincs

Lincolnshire County Council provides advice and support on:

  • Daily living support
  • Home equipment and assistive technology
  • Personal care and wellbeing support

They can help you find the right support in your community to make staying at home easier.

Visit: Lincolnshire County Council

Homelessness 

Sometimes health challenges can affect your ability to keep your home, for example if you need more care than you can manage or adaptations that are not yet in place.

Organisations like YMCA Lincolnshire provide temporary accommodation with support, including hostels and supported living projects for adults of different ages. These services aim to help people regain stability and move to long-term housing.

Visit: YMCA Lincolnshire

If you are homeless today, contact your district or borough council housing team immediately. They have a legal duty to assist people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.

Citizen’s Advice Bureau (CAB) have a dedicated team of housing advisors who can discuss housing related concerns. If you are worried you may be about to become homeless, please contact your local CAB.

Local centres can be found by visiting: Citizens Advice