Disney launches first line of wheelchair-friendly adaptive costumes for children
Credit: Disney - Incredimobile Wheelchair Cover Set Entertainment giant Disney has launched a new range of adaptive Halloween costumes, which includes wheelchair cover sets and…
BREAKING: PHE scrapped as government launches new institute for public health protection
In a speech delivered today by Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock, a new national organisation whose primary focus is public health protection and…
35 new special free schools set to help children with SEND access specialist equipment
Up to 3,000 new school places are to be created for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), providing tailored support and specialist equipment.…
Webinar series on multi-purpose safe rooms launches for healthcare professionals
A series of webinars for healthcare professionals has been released by Safespaces to provide information and guidance on Safespace products and how they can support…
Stairclimber company looks to support OTs and adaptation teams with free client assessments
AAT GB is looking to address the issue of children and adults with impairments currently struggling with getting up and down stairs in their residence…
43 percent of people say ageing population is a major social issue, research shows
Skills shortages, an ageing population and investment in new tech - these are the key issues that the UK's public sector will need to address…
Online assistive tech guide showcases examples of helpful independent living solutions
As more and more councils leverage the benefits of assistive technology during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hertfordshire County Council has launched an online assistive technology guide…
Guide published for wheelchair users on how to access support as services start back up
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has published a new guide, which advises wheelchair users on how to access the support available to them, as…
PM confirms £300 million in funding to prepare the NHS for winter pressures
The 117 NHS Trusts across England have today been allocated a share of £300 million to upgrade their facilities ahead of winter, the Prime Minister…
Merger proposal put forward for the eight CCGs in North West London
After discussing proposals for over a year, the eight NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) in North West London have now put forward a proposal to…