Uni researchers trial innovative app to help over-50s remain independent for longer
A research project at the University of Strathclyde is exploring what helps the over-50s in Scotland stay active, healthy and independent for longer through the…
Scottish council launches fully digitally enabled end-to-end telecare service
Falkirk Council has become the first local authority in Scotland to go live with an end-to-end digital telecare service, providing users with personal and home…
Smart home tech set to revolutionise independent living in care homes
Smart meters and associated technologies are being used to monitor for health-related incidents around the home as part of a ground-breaking new trial led by…
Guidance for manufacturing and procuring crutches for elderly and disabled people
Following the publication of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) important global assistive technology guide, AT Today has broken down the key information about the functional…
Free upcoming CPD webinars for OTs about caring for bariatric clients
Assistive bathing specialist Closomat has launched two new CPD-certified webinars for occupational therapists (OTs) about working with bariatric clients. These webinars explore specialist bathroom design…
CSP welcomes Scottish parties’ commitment to improving rehab provision
A commitment to a ‘right to rehabilitation' has been included in the Scottish National Party (SNP) manifesto and the Scottish Liberal Democrats manifesto, which have…
CCG, council and healthcare provider team up to improve care provision with digital pilot
Fosse Healthcare, which works with both public and private care sectors to provide high-quality homecare, care home and healthcare services, has launched an early deterioration…
Consultation launches on mandatory COVID jabs for care home staff working with older residents
Staff in care homes with older adult residents in England may be required to have a COVID-19 vaccine to protect residents from the virus as…
Healthcare professionals to learn about dignified care for plus-size patients in free webinar
Continuing with its webinar series for healthcare professionals, hospital beds specialist Medstrom is hosting a free webinar for healthcare professionals about delivering dignified care for…
Proposed assistive technology care charges leads to dispute among Cheshire councillors
Plans to charge residents aged 85 and above £5 per week for assistive technology care have led to clashes between councillors at Cheshire East Council.…