Case study: How one assistive device is transforming learning for a teenage boy
An interesting assistive learning device is helping a teenager with dyspraxia to learn more independently, excel in school, and read much easier. Aidan Lane, who…
RCOT writes to Schools Minister calling for every UK school to have an OT
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has written to Kelly Tolhurst MP, Minister for Schools and Childhood, Department for Education (DfE) stating that equipment…
Free webinar will explore what equipment can be used to facilitate toileting for bariatric clients
Next week, accessible toilet specialist Closomat is hosting a free webinar for occupational therapists (OTs) that focuses on bariatric clients and wash and dry toilets.…
Case study: Tracey regains independence in the kitchen with accessible installation
Tracey Doolan from Cardiff is enjoying newfound independence at home following the installation of a new kitchen, which features four cabinets that are fitted with…
House of Lords event brings together sector leaders to harness power of assistive tech for good
The Assistive Technology, Longevity and Ageing Society (ATLAS), with the support of Aging Analytics Agency and Deep Knowledge Philanthropy, hosted an event at the House…
Adult social care services in England set to face £3.7bn in additional costs over the next 18 months
With a year to go until the introduction of flagship reforms in adult social care, England’s largest councils today call for a delay, warning that…
Hundreds of assistive tech ideas submitted for competition for World Cerebral Palsy Day
People with cerebral palsy worldwide have come together to prove the demand for accessible technology by submitting hundreds of innovative technology ideas to mark World…
22 new accessible homes help residents with reduced mobility live independently
Delighted new tenants are moving into 22 redeveloped and accessible homes in Greenock, Scotland, after an independent living specialist transformed a failing care home. The…
“Ground-breaking” early intervention device for newborns now available to therapists and parents
An early intervention crawler described as “revolutionary” for babies born at risk of developmental disability or delay is now available to parents and therapists. Daytot,…
Research project will make voice recognition tech more helpful for people with disabilities
Technology giants Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, along with non-profit organisations, are teaming up with a US university to make voice recognition technology more useful…