AI-powered smart glasses launch that help people with sight loss navigate the world around them
Today, assistive technology specialist Envision has launched Ally Solos Glasses, accessible AI smart glasses designed for people with sight loss. Developed in partnership with smart…
New independent living equipment provider secured by local authority to ensure continuity of important services
West Berskhire Council has announced that Millbrook Healthcare has taken over provision of social care, mobility, independent living, and community equipment, as of 1 August…
New providers take over community equipment, wheelchair, and telecare services in Lincolnshire
Credit: Lincolnshire County Council Following the announcement last week that NRS Healthcare is in liquidation, Lincolnshire County Council and Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) have…
Medequip takes over multiple CES and TECS contracts following NRS Healthcare news
Outsourced assistive technology provider Medequip has agreed to take over a number of community equipment services (CES) and technology-enabled care services (TECS) across England following…
Council secures new CES and TEC providers to ensure continuity of vital services of residents
Following the news last week that NRS Healthcare is in liquidation, Herefordshire Council has moved quickly to ensure critical community equipment (CES) and technology-enabled care…
MHRA’s proposed Early Access route aims to put breakthrough medical devices in patients’ hands sooner
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has released a Statement of Policy Intent that details its proposals for how an Early Access Service…
EXCLUSIVE: Embedding co-production in the design and deployment of assistive technology in adult social care
Andrew Morley, Senior Practice Development Consultant at the Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) Andrew Morley, Senior Practice Development Consultant at the Social Care Institute…
Up to £1m grants available for organisations that improve access to wheelchairs and mobility aids
The Motability Foundation has announced new grants, ranging from £50,000 to £1 million, to support organisations addressing barriers to accessible transport, either by delivering services for…
UK Government announces NHS collaboration and growth opportunities for UK medtech
The UK Government has launched a new Life Sciences Sector Plan as part of the government’s flagship Industrial Strategy, setting out a 10-year mission to…
EXCLUSIVE: Take a seat – How adaptive seating options for paediatric disability are pushing the design boundaries and improving children’s lives
Kieran Murphy, Clinical Partnerships Manager for Jiraffe Kieran Murphy, Clinical Partnerships Manager for Jiraffe, sheds light on the pioneering world of adaptive seating, which is…