Support and information for adults living with a physical disability.
We support people from the age of 18 living with a physical disability. We also support parent carers of children with a physical disability.
A physical disability is any condition that permanently prevents normal body movement or control. It can be anything that impacts on the person’s ability to go about their daily life.
Physical disabilities and conditions can include:
If you need extra help, we recommend investigating community support options as a first step.
Find services, activities and support for people with disabilities on Sutton Information Hub
You can ask us to do a care needs assessment to find out if you’re eligible for care or support arranged by the Council.
Request a care needs assessment and find out what it involves
If your care needs assessment shows you're eligible for support from the Council, we'll carry out a financial assessment to check you're getting all the benefits you're entitled to.
Depending on your situation, the assessment may find you have to contribute towards your care costs.
Most people pay something towards their care or support.
If you've just left hospital, or had an illness, fall or change in social circumstance such as a bereavement, you might be able to get short term care at home.
Our occupational therapy team can advise you on special equipment or home adaptations to help you stay independent in your own home.
Learn more about equipment or request an occupational therapy assessment
Care technology such as sensors and detectors can help you live safely and independently in your own home.
If you have difficulty walking or moving around, you might benefit from a wheelchair, scooter or other mobility aid.
Learn more about walking sticks, frames, wheelchairs and scooters
Parking concessions are available to disabled people who qualify for the Blue Badge scheme.
You might also be eligible for a disabled parking bay outside your home.
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