Comprehensive website delivers guidance on assisted driving, accessible travel and independence
Driving Mobility, a charity that accredits a network of driving assessment centres, has relaunched its website to provide comprehensive guidance on all aspects of adapted…
New sanitaryware range to bring increased flexibility to installers and users
AKW has launched a new, contemporary sanitaryware range - Livenza Plus – to bring increased versatility and flexibility to installers and users. Designed with style…
Ottobock launches comfortable and reliable sit-and-drive powerchair
Mobility and rehabilitation provider Ottobock has launched a new sit-and-drive powerchair that promises to be comfortable, reliable and stylish. The Wingus has a reduced appearance…
NHS Scotland Agenda for Change staff offered pay rises between 4-5 percent
After positive discussions over recent weeks with NHS Trade Unions and NHS Employers, the Scottish Government has offered a substantial pay rise for NHS Scotland…
Pioneering homes with ‘leading-edge’ tech open for independent living
A unique collection of 24 homes from Blackwood, fitted with cutting-edge technology to transform the lives of people with disabilities, has officially opened its doors.…
Free webinar for decisionmakers on selecting medical devices in the healthcare sector
Specialist hospital bed manufacturer Medstrom is hosting a free webinar in May 2021 for decisionmakers within the NHS about the selection of innovative medical devices…
WHO publishes important global guide on assistive tech specifications and how to use devices
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a landmark assistive technology guide to expand access to quality products and drive disability innovation on a global…
Lack of digital social care offered by councils means practitioners are missing out, says commission
Male nurse showing a digital tablet to an elderly woman in a care home. Not enough local authorities or care providers are using available technology…
Disabled people and OTs help create ‘game-changing’ supported bathing solution
AAT, a specialist in stairclimbers and vacuum posture cushions, in partnership with disabled people, carers and OTs, has created the Aqua Liberty bathing concept to…
Councillors raise concerns over upcoming CCG merger in North Hampshire
The North Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is set to merge with five others in April to create one Hampshire-wide body that focuses on integrated…