Rifton HTS offers improved hygiene for children
Clos-o-mat has developed a bespoke clip-on version of the innovative Rifton Hygiene & Toileting System (HTS), enabling the seat to be used with Clos-o-Mat’s Palma…
The importance of night time positioning in a care home environment
By Anna Waugh, Managing Director, Simple Stuff Works There is often a perception that as people grow older and become less mobile or develop conditions…
Care Show 2017 – building on 2016 success
Following a successful 2016 show with an overall visitor growth of 4% from 2015, the Care Show has been busy finding ways to make the…
New report highlights occupational therapists recruitment crisis in London
A report released by Health Education England (HEE) and The College of Occupational Therapists (COT) has highlighted vacancy rates for occupational therapists of up to…
How safe is your ‘non-slip’ shower tray? The Importance of DIN Ratings
When Impey exhibited at COT 2015 and presented their Radiate shower tray to hundreds of visiting Occupational Therapists, research surprisingly found that over 80% of…
Toilet lifter technology raises independence and changes life
Andrew Watkins, aged 42, from Portadown, cannot stand from a seated position without assistance, in his case as a result of muscle wasting disorder, Spinal…
Unique online shop for specialist care equipment, information & advice launched
Healthcare entrepreneur David Lynch has launched a new online venture he hopes will revolutionise how people with disabilities can live a fuller life. North East-based…
Impey’s Elevate and Freeglide Models Raise the Bar for Half-Height Doors
Wetroom manufacturer Impey has released the new Elevate and Freeglide half-height doors following extensive industry consultation with care professionals, including Occupational Therapists and Technical Officers. The…
Disabled actor turns to assistive technology to retain independence
Mark Beer, 49, originally from Henley-in-Arden in Warwickshire but now of Camden Town, London, has 2nd degree Cerebral Palsy, however, he has refused to let…
OT Home Assessments now covered by new CDM Regulations?
Chartered Surveyor and CEO of Trinity Independent Living, Colin Brunt, discusses the Construction Design Management Regulations and how it may affect Occupational Therapists The new…