Researchers developing assistive tech solutions to support independent living at home
Northumbria University researchers are testing and developing a range of smart assistive technologies to help elderly and disabled people live more independently at home. Tools…
Leeds City College shortlisted for two inclusion awards
The Foundation Studies department at Leeds City College has been nominated for two industry accolades within The National Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Awards.…
New research project to explore benefits of assistive tech for elderly people at home
Carried out by researchers at Dublin City University, a new survey has been launched to explore and develop cost-effective assistive technology solutions to help elderly…
EXCLUSIVE: The benefits of smart home technology
Gavin Bashar, UK Managing Director of provider of connected care and health solutions Tunstall Healthcare In this article, Gavin Bashar, UK Managing Director of Tunstall…
DFG-funded bathroom adaptation helps elderly couple remain independent in confined space
An elderly couple has had their small bathroom in Eastleigh adapted, funded by a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), featuring Closomat’s Palma Vita wash & dry…
Government confirms £505m will be made available for DFGs in 2020-21
The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) has written an open letter to Local authority Chief Executives across England to announce that £505…
Healthcare and independent living event returns and offers raft of CPD-accredited seminars and demonstrations
Back for its 46th anniversary and putting disability in the spotlight, Naidex 2020 is dedicated to the future of healthcare and independent living industries and…
£4.5 million awarded to 16 digital adult social care projects to help avoid unnecessary hospital admissions
Sixteen organisations that provide and commission adult social care services are to receive a share of £ million to enable them to roll out their…
Doncaster Council launches campaign to encourage locals to use assistive tech so they can remain independent at home
Highlighting some of the ways assistive technology can help people stay independent for longer, Doncaster Council has launched a new campaign promoting the benefits of…
Local council uses assistive technology to support elderly and vulnerable residents
Using cutting-edge assistive technology to help elderly people remain independent in their own homes, Rochdale Borough Council’s innovative approach to supporting its residents has been…