House of Lords will examine use of assistive tech for SEN students tomorrow at 4pm
Tomorrow (Thursday 25 May) at 4pm, members of the House of Lords will examine the use of assistive technology to support those with special educational…
UK Government calls for evidence on how best to tackle the six major conditions in England
The UK Government has launched a call for evidence on how best to prevent, early diagnose, treat, and manage the six major groups of conditions…
Apple will introduce software features for cognitive, speech, and vision accessibility later this year
Being able to type to speak during calls and conversations for people who cannot speak and using a feature to identify text on physical objects…
New paediatric moving and handling range aims to be cost effective and durable
Smirthwaite, a manufacturer of bespoke specialist needs equipment, has launched a new selection of paediatric moving and handling products that are designed to make transfers…
Microsoft leverages power of AI to improve accessibility for disabled people
To coincide with the 12th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Microsoft has launched a number of new programmes and technologies to accelerate knowledge and…
Medtech helps Medway NHS Foundation Trust save at least £160k
Hospital beds are being freed up and tens of thousands of pounds saved at Medway NHS Foundation Trust in a virtual wards strategy made possible…
Porsche helps upgrade trekking wheelchair for inclusive hiking in Switzerland
Sports car manufacturer Porsche and self-help organisation Procap are ensuring universal access to hiking in Switzerland by upgrading an all-terrain wheelchair called Protrek. Intended for…
1,000 free in-home care companions are up for grabs to ease pressure off carers
Sentai, an in-home care companion that supports older people and those who care for them, is offering 1,000 free devices to support unpaid carers and…
Inquiry will look at use of assistive tech in helping disabled people secure and retain employment
The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Assistive Technology (APPGAT) is launching an important inquiry into the use of assistive technology in Supported Employment. It will look…
EXCLUSIVE: Smart home tech is transforming the care-at-home landscape
Sarita Wilkinson, PDD Insights Editor, delves into how and why smart home technology needs to adapt to the shift in user behaviour and why interoperability…