NHS England sets out 10 priorities for 2022/23
In a new document published on 24 December 2021, NHS England has detailed its priorities and operational planning guidance for 2022/23. For 2022/23, NHS England…
Case study: How one piece of adaptive kit is benefitting the whole family
A simple bean bag from healthcare equipment supplier AAT has transformed family life for a Bostock family. The AAT Chilli Bean vacuum posture cushion has…
DHSC announces £60m top-up for adult social care over January
Minister for Care Gillian Keegan The UK Government is providing an additional £60 million to local authorities to support the adult social care response to…
Northern Ireland seeks views from public on addressing “inconsiderate” pavement parking
Infrastructure Minister for Northern Ireland Nichola Mallon is asking the public and key stakeholders for their views on how the country can address inconsiderate pavement…
OTs impressed with feature-packed and newly launched bespoke stairlift at open day
Occupational therapists (OTs) have shared positive feedback on the recently launched Flow X curved stairlift from Access BDD at an open day, saying that it…
Scotland’s new Adult Disability Payment that replaces PIP launch dates announced
The Scottish Government’s next benefit, Adult Disability Payment (ADP), will open for new applications in pilot areas from 21 March 2022. Nearly one year on…
Winners of the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021 unveiled
The achievements of council teams, charities and inspirational frontline staff in supporting independent living have been celebrated at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2021. This…
Latest PIP statistics reflect ongoing pandemic disruption with highest-ever level of new claims
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published its latest quarterly Personal Independence Payment (PIP) figures for the quarter ending October 2021, highlighting trends…
Record £1.4bn funding for local authorities to support social care and bolster workforce
Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid A record total of £ billion will be made available over three years to help increase the fee…
Case study: Helpful shower toilet offers client enhanced levels of comfort and a better clean
Robert Moore, from Rainham in Kent, who has irritable bowel syndrome, was already familiar with the benefits of self-cleaning toilets after using one for more…