Council’s low-cost remote care services recognised as ‘highest standard’
An audit of Gateshead Council's remote care service has found it to be of the ‘highest standard’, enabling service users to live independently. Gateshead Care…
Free webinar for OTs to consider impact of neurological trauma on bathroom activity
Continuing their partnership, accessible bathroom specialist Closomat and The OT Service are holding their first joint webinar of 2022 for occupational therapists (OTs), focusing on…
Case study: “Life-changing” accessible toilet reduces lady’s reliance on carers
A “life-changing” shower toilet solution from Geberit has given Wilma Morrison from Fife, Scotland the ability to easily clean herself without pain from arthritis, reducing…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good cushion? 7. Standard of evidence
Figure 1. The stability report from ‘Explore our data’ In previous articles in this series, we have looked at elements of cushion design that influence…
Hospital discharge scheme saves over £50k for health and social care services in Lancashire
A joint initiative between Lancashire County Council, NHS England, and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has helped saved local health and social care services thousands…
HSE calls on public to consider all care options as hospital and community services face “very high demand”
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is asking for the public to consider all of their care options before heading to an emergency department, as it…
Case study: Homelift fast-tracks freedom for disabled motorsport driver
A homelift installation from Stiltz has given disabled motorsport driver Aaron Morgan the same freedom at home as he enjoys in the car. Aaron is…
Telecare services could save the UK more than £14bn over the next decade
Extending telecare services to more people could save the UK’s care providers £ billion by the end of the decade, new analysis has found. Economic…
Let’s get it clear: Early Intervention – the needs of younger people
A joystick directly in front of the user is arguably more beneficial. Picture courtesy of Dragonmobility If there is an aspect of a child’s development…
EXCLUSIVE: Event explores how orthotics can be used alongside other treatments to achieve long-term goals
Helen McCormack, Senior Orthotist at Peacocks Medical Group An annual orthotics conference, organised by Peacocks Medical Group, has discussed with clinicians the best approach to…