Survey finds half of over-50s ‘unable to afford’ crucial home renovations
A new online survey commissioned by the Good Home Inquiry has found that nearly two-thirds of people in later life in England see home renovations…
Study finds paediatric powered mobility device helps toddlers develop key exploratory skills
A new study suggests that a powered mobility device to self-initiate mobility can be used as a therapeutic tool for young children with mobility impairments.…
Smart central heating control apps tested for accessibility by disabled and older people
Usability testing by older and disabled people of a range of smart central heating control apps highlights that the majority could do more to enable…
Raising accessible home standards a key recommendation for transforming disabled people’s lives
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) Disability Commission has published a new report that makes important recommendations to transform the lives of disabled people ahead…
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…
Study shows semi-autonomous eye-controlled powerchair is safe for domestic use
Italian researchers have created a safe and efficient semi-autonomous wheelchair that moves according to users’ eye movements called RoboEYE, which could enable people with severe…
Lack of digital social care offered by councils means practitioners are missing out, says commission
Male nurse showing a digital tablet to an elderly woman in a care home. Not enough local authorities or care providers are using available technology…
New whitepaper explores how adoption of assistive tech can help social care sector
Social care technology specialist HAS Technology has launched its latest whitepaper, showcasing the benefits of digital innovation in supporting people throughout their care pathway. The…
Hearing aids could reduce the impact that sound has on a person’s stress levels, research shows
Oticon, a global specialist in hearing aids, has bridged the gap between lab and real-world hearing aid research and established a link between how changes…
Government should provide immediate funding to enable social care providers to purchase digital devices
Hft is calling on the UK Government to provide immediate funding to enable social care providers to purchase digital devices after its recent report found…