Home Modification Services

Name: Prime 1 Care
Brand: Prime 1 Care
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Home Modification Services: Helping You Live Safely and Independently

Prime 1 Care provides practical and personalised Home Modification services to help individuals with disability live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes. Our home modifications are designed to improve accessibility, reduce safety risks, and support everyday living—while respecting each participant’s preferences and lifestyle.

We work closely with participants, families, allied health professionals, and builders to ensure modifications are functional, compliant, and tailored to individual needs.

Home modifications are changes made to the physical structure or fittings of your home to help you live more safely, comfortably, and independently. They are recommended by occupational therapists and funded through NDIS, aged care packages, or state government rebate programs.

What Are Home Modifications?

Home modifications refer to structural or non-structural changes made to a residence to improve accessibility, safety, and functional independence for people with disability, injury, or age-related conditions. These changes are typically recommended by an occupational therapist following a comprehensive home assessment.

Home modifications can range from simple, low-cost additions such as installing grab rails or improving lighting, to more complex structural works including widening doorways, constructing wheelchair ramps, or fully redesigning bathrooms and kitchens to meet accessibility standards.

The goal of every home modification is the same: to support you in living safely and independently in your own home, on your own terms.

Types of Home Modifications We Provide

Prime 1 Care offers a comprehensive range of home modification services tailored to individual needs, funding sources, and home environments.

Bathroom and Toilet Modifications

The bathroom is one of the most common areas requiring modification for people with disability or mobility challenges. Our OT home modifications in bathrooms include:

Ramps and Step Modifications

Safe entry and exit from the home is essential for people using wheelchairs, walking frames, or other mobility aids. Our services include:

Doorway and Hallway Widening

Standard doorways are often too narrow to accommodate wheelchairs and larger mobility aids. We provide:

Kitchen Modifications

An accessible kitchen empowers independence in meal preparation and daily living. Our home modifications for disabled individuals in kitchen spaces include:

Bedroom Modifications

A well-designed bedroom supports rest, safety, and independence. Modifications may include:

External and Outdoor Modifications

Safe access to outdoor areas improves quality of life and community participation. We offer:

The Role of the Occupational Therapist in Home Modifications

Occupational therapist home modifications are the gold standard in evidence-based home assessment and recommendation. An OT brings clinical expertise in human function, activity, and environment to identify how your home can best support your independence and safety.

What to Expect from an OT Home Assessment

When you access OT home modifications through Prime 1 Care, your occupational therapist will:

Bathroom modifications (grab rails, accessible showers, non-slip flooring)
Evaluate the current layout and features of your home
Identify specific areas of risk and opportunities for improvement
Consult with you and your family about your goals, preferences, and lifestyle
Prepare a detailed report and recommendations for home modifications
Specify products, materials, and standards for each modification
Liaise with builders, NDIS planners, and funding bodies on your behalf
Conduct a post-modification review to ensure modifications meet your needs

Our OTs work collaboratively with our home modification builders and contractors to ensure that every recommendation is implemented correctly, safely, and to Australian standards.

Home Modifications for Seniors and Aging in Place

The desire to remain living independently at home as we age is shared by most older Australians. Home modifications for aging in place make this aspiration a reality, reducing the risk of falls, improving safety, and supporting everyday independence without the need to move to residential care.

Home Modifications for Seniors: Key Areas

Prime 1 Care specialises in home modifications for seniors, focusing on the most common challenges associated with ageing:

Home Modifications for Aging in Place Rebates

Many older Australians are unaware that financial assistance is available to fund home modifications for aging in place. Rebates and funding sources include:

Home Care Packages (HCP): Commonwealth-funded packages that include funding for home modifications for seniors as part of a care plan
Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP): Provides entry-level home modification support for older Australians
State and territory government programs: Various state-funded rebate and grant schemes for eligible seniors and people with disability (eligibility and amounts vary by state)
NDIS Capital Supports budget: For eligible participants, home modifications for disabled individuals are funded under Capital Supports (Home Modifications)

Note: Eligibility and funding amounts vary by program, location, and individual circumstances. We recommend consulting with your aged care provider, Support Coordinator, or contacting Prime 1 Care directly for guidance on home modifications for aging in place rebates available to you.

Important: Home modifications funded through the NDIS typically require a recommendation from a qualified occupational therapist and must be approved by the NDIA before works commence. Prime 1 Care can support you through every step of this process.

NDIS Funding for Home Modifications

For NDIS participants, home modifications for disabled individuals are primarily funded under Capital Supports (Improved Living Arrangements). This funding is separate from your Core Supports budget and is specifically allocated for structural and non-structural home modifications.

Low-Cost Home Modifications

Minor modifications (typically under $1,500) such as grab rail installation, lever tap replacement, or threshold ramps may be funded from your Core Supports budget without requiring a formal approval process.

Mid to High-Cost Home Modifications

More significant structural modifications require:

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Modifications

For participants living in Specialist Disability Accommodation, major modifications may be subject to separate approval processes. Prime 1 Care can advise on the appropriate pathway based on your accommodation type and NDIS plan.

Why Choose Prime 1 Care for Home Modifications?

End-to-End Service

Prime 1 Care manages the entire home modification journey, from initial OT assessment and NDIS funding applications through to construction, quality review, and post-modification support. You have a single, trusted partner throughout the process.

Occupational Therapy-Led Recommendations

Every home modification we undertake is grounded in clinical evidence and supported by qualified occupational therapist home modifications expertise. This ensures that modifications are appropriate, effective, and aligned with your functional needs.

Qualified Tradespeople and Builders

Our network of builders and tradespeople are experienced in disability and aged care home modification work. All works comply with relevant Australian Standards (including AS1428 Design for Access and Mobility) and are completed to the highest quality standards.

Tailored Solutions for Every Home and Budget

No two homes and no two people are the same. We provide customised home modification solutions that consider your specific home layout, your disability or condition, your goals, and your available funding. Whether you need a single grab rail or a full bathroom renovation, we have a solution that works.

Support for Seniors and Participants Nationwide

We provide home modification services across Australia including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, and regional areas. Our understanding of home modifications for seniors, home modifications for disabled individuals, and the specific requirements of NDIS funding ensures you receive expert, appropriate support wherever you live.

Integrated with Your Broader Support Plan

As a full-service NDIS provider, Prime 1 Care integrates home modification services with daily living assistance, allied health, community participation, and support coordination. This means the modifications we make to your home are designed to work seamlessly alongside your other supports.

Our Home Modification Process: Step by Step

Initial Enquiry: Contact Prime 1 Care to discuss your home modification needs, goals, and current funding situation.
OT Home Assessment: A qualified occupational therapist visits your home to assess your needs and the existing environment.
Recommendations and Report: The OT prepares a detailed report with specific modification recommendations.
Quotes and Approvals: We source competitive quotes from qualified tradespeople and manage the NDIS approval process on your behalf.
Construction and Installation: Works are carried out by experienced, qualified tradespeople to Australian Standards.
Quality Review: A post-modification review is conducted to ensure all works meet your needs and the OT's specifications.
Ongoing Support: We remain available to address any concerns and support you as your needs evolve over time.

Ready to make your home safer, more accessible, and more supportive? Contact Prime 1 Care today to discuss your home modification needs and find out how we can help you live life on your own terms.