Home Modification and Maintenance in NSW

Home Modification and Maintenance Services (HMMS) in NSW are funded by the Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care (DADHC) under the Home and Community Care Program (HACC), a joint initiative of Commonwealth and State Governments, and are available to residents of NSW.

The work these Services provide is carried out for people who are;

  • frail aged or a carer of a frail aged person; or
  • people with disabilities who require support or assistance; or
  • people who care for an adult or child with a disability.

HMMS provide minor and major modifications which have been prescribed by an Occupational Therapist.

Some minor modifications include the supply and installation of lever taps, grabrails, handrails and hand held showers as well as access modifications including the widening of doorways and building ramps, step wedges, easy steps and paths to suit individual needs. Major work includes bathroom, kitchen and safety modifications.

HMMS also provide some maintenance work specifically relating to safety and access. For example, this may involve repairing a set of stairs that may not be safe. Other maintenance work includes adjusting temperatures on hot water systems, the installation of smoke alarms, safety adjustments e.g. making cords, rugs etc. safe, and adjustments to furniture and fittings e.g. adjusting the height of tables, chairs and beds.

The maintenance program varies greatly from one HMMS to another as some services are funded to do maintenance work, like lawnmowing and gardening, and some are not. Your local HMMS will be able to advise you of the maintenance work they can do for you.

There are 106 Home Modification and Maintenance Services in NSW. To find your nearest HMMS, click here.

To see if you or the person you care for is eligible for home modification and maintenance services click here.