Working group an opportunity for OTs to raise awareness to government of their role in helping children
A new working group exploring access to therapies for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) presents an opportunity for occupational…
Free upcoming CPD webinar on accessible bathroom design to support independent ageing
Building on the success of its most popular CPD webinar in April, accessible bathroom manufacturer Closomat has announced a new webinar for healthcare professionals about…
Using a stairclimber alongside a back accessory can “revolutionise” transfers up and down stairs
This is according to stairclimber specialist AAT GB, which says that using a stairclimber in coordination with a back accessory makes prescribing transfer solutions easy…
New appointment at OT Stores to help promote high-quality healthcare products
Herefordshire-based OT Stores, a supplier of mobility aids and disability equipment backed by support from qualified, in-house occupational therapists (OTs), has appointed Andrew Stevenson as…
Guide for councils, HIAs and OTs on adaptations for young people with behaviours that challenge
Foundations, the national body for Home Improvement Agencies (HIAs), has published new guidance which calls for a better understanding of the needs of people with…
CPD seminar to exam homelift assessments and outcomes at OTAC Exeter
With the pandemic compromising client mobility and well-being, Stiltz will be exploring the role of effective homelift applications during the pandemic at its CPD seminar…
Free training webinar for OTs and PTs in specifying specialist seating solutions to meet care needs
Later this month, occupational therapists (OTs) and physiotherapists (PTs) will have the opportunity to attend a free online training session about specifying seating solutions that…
OTs’ and users’ feedback help create ‘major step change’ for hoisting in comfort
An innovative new sling range with patented designs and enhanced benefits for users and carers has been launched by moving and handling specialist Care &…
Free webinar to give training to OTs and PTs with clients who are vulnerable to falls
Healthcare aids specialist Yorkshire Care Equipment is running a free 50-minute webinar for occupational therapists (OTs), physiotherapists (PTs) and other healthcare professionals focusing on the…
New automatically adjusting ramp improves accessibility for people with mobility needs
Enable Access, a UK specialist in accessibility solutions, has launched a “fast and easy-to-use” threshold bridge ramp – with no user adjustment required – to…