Video: Roundtable discusses how to balance face-to-face and virtual assessments for assistive tech
The final webinar of a five-part series exploring the topic of virtual assessments for assistive technology has been released, where clinical and industry leaders discuss…
Social work practitioners quickly become ‘digitally advanced’ through the use of assistive technologies
Data released by Cassius, a partnership between Suffolk County Council, Alcove and Rethink Partners, highlights the benefits of the digital care technology service for people…
New module about telecare’s role in assessment and support planning for health and social care professionals
NHS Education for Scotland has announced a new e-learning module for health and social care professionals that is designed to increase the awareness, knowledge, and…
UK’s smallest standing powerchair wins Naidex ‘Best in show’ award
Precision Rehab, a UK supplier of paediatric powered wheelchairs, has won the coveted ‘Best in show’ award with its PR 35S powerchair at this year’s…
Organisations invited to bid for funding to provide assistive tech in Lesotho
Organisations could win small grant funding of up to M100,000 (just under £5,000) for the sustainable provision of assistive technology to people with disabilities in…
Height-adjustable bathtub and mobile changing bed prove popular with healthcare professionals
Accessible bathroom and kitchen solutions supplier Ropox has reported a “hugely successful” Naidex 2022 with its assistive technology range proving popular with users and healthcare…
Video: Panellists share their experiences of delivering virtual assessments for assistive technology during the pandemic
The fourth of a five-part webinar series exploring the topic of virtual assessments for assistive technology has been released, where clinical and industry leaders reflect…
User-friendly powerchair secures runners-up prize at Naidex 2022 awards
eFOLDi’s lightweight, folding, and travel-friendly powerchair secured the runners-up prize in the ‘Best in show’ award at this year’s Naidex. Held annually, Naidex is one…
Scotland’s PIP replacement rolled out to seven more areas
Adult Disability Payment, which is replacing the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) disability benefit in Scotland, is now available in seven more areas ahead of the…
Home adaptation professionals invited to share examples of good practice to inform global research
A journal is calling for professionals to submit evidence on examples of good housing adaptation practices to be included in an international paper aimed at…