Lincolnshire partnership examines resident-focused assistive technology in social care
The University of Lincoln is working with Lincolnshire County Council and Serco to investigate how everyday, affordable technology could soon be adopted to bring real…
Advanced off-road mobility scooter set to help users travel on various terrains
Scooterpac, a designer and manufacturer of innovative mobility products, has launched the Invader – a modern and advanced off-road mobility scooter. The Invader boasts an…
Paediatric folding tilt-in-space wheelchair offers convenience for parents and caregivers
Ki Mobility, a manufacturer of mobility products, has revealed the Little Wave Arc folding tilt-in-space wheelchair, offering convenience, style and versatility for young people with…
Investment in social could generate over £6bn for the economy, disability charity reveals
If the UK Government reforms social care, it could boost the economy by £6 billion to £20 billion, including £1-4 billion in income tax. These…
Multipurpose hygiene chair promises to offer easy and dignified single-handed care
Healthcare technology company Komodo Healthcare has launched a “game-changing” 4-in-1 electronic hygiene chair, which aims to improve the dignity and independence of those with reduced…
Government announces that NHS staff in England will receive a three percent pay rise
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has accepted recommendations of NHS independent pay review bodies in full for this year, resulting in a…
New AAC device to help people with complex access needs communicate using their eye movements
A new AAC solution called Lumin-i has been launched, which is a unique and advanced eye-tracking product that will enable AAC users with complex and…
Extend NHS self-isolation rule to frontline workers in the health and care industry, BHTA urges
Dr Simon Festing, Chief Executive Officer of the British Healthcare Trades Association The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has called on the government to extend…
Insightful webinar for multidisciplinary teams caring for elderly patients on falls’ injury mitigation
Specialist hospital beds manufacturer Medstrom is hosting a webinar in September about the impact of falls among the elderly population, which is aimed at multidisciplinary…
Charity works with Scottish Government and local council to build 22 accessible homes
Simon Fitzpatrick, Development and Commercial Director at Blackwood Construction has begun on a development of new homes in Greenock, West Scotland, which will enable older…