Total wash & dry toilet service offering set to give adaptation providers best value and clients peace of mind
An innovative approach to facilitating a long-term solution to people’s need for care support has been launched by Closomat. The Palma Life offering from Closomat…
Closomat looks to address diabetes struggles with helpful wash & dry toilet
With one of the impacts of diabetes being an increased need to go to the toilet, Closomat says that its Palma Vita wash & dry…
Free DFG training and workshop sessions available to improve support for independent living
Handicare 1100 Stairlift Local authorities, housing associations and charities who run services to support independent living are being offered free, invaluable training to improve the…
New review calls for major DFG overhaul to improve home adaptations in England
VAT rules adjusted for major adaptations, a national accreditation scheme for tradespeople, the establishment of housing & health partnership boards and the removal of stairlifts…
Accessible wetroom conversion allows disabled child to stay comfortable and dignified
Joe Chant, who suffers from epilepsy, severe visual impairment, cerebral palsy and severe learning difficulties, has had his life transformed with a new accessible wetroom…
Budget 2018 reveals £45 million funding into Disabled Facilities Grant and over £20 billion into NHS
Credit: Sky News On the 29th of October, Chancellor Philip Hammond presented his Budget to Parliament, highlighting key funding into the NHS, social care for…
The OT’s Perspective: What to consider when it comes to access at home and the public arena
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence When it comes to helping people with disabilities get around, the world has changed A LOT in the last few years.…
“Complex and varied” home adaptation process needs to be urgently simplified and funded says research
Centre for Ageing Better: Homes that Help New research has found that the “home adaptation process is so complex and varied that even professionals working…
National awards celebrate efforts to support independent living
Two pioneering organisations providing vital, tailored services to thousands of vulnerable people have been jointly crowned Home Improvement Agency Service of the Year. West of…
Bathing vs Adapted Showering
Abacus Healthcare, a leading specialist in power-assisted baths, has launched a diverse communication programme to educate healthcare professionals, families and disabled bathers about the benefits…