Innovative sleep system transforms child’s sleep
A 5-year-old boy, who is profoundly disabled and has complex needs, has been given his first full night’s sleep after using a pioneering new sleep…
BAFFIN – Bringing assistance for future independent needs
Based at Northampton University's Innovation Centre, BAFFIN Technology Systems (BTS) brings together people with extensive experience of working with disabled children and young people. Their…
Councils respond to £2 billion social care funding spending rules
Cllr Linda Thomas, Vice Chair of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board, has responded to the Government framework published on the 31st March 2017,…
Chinese Inventors Battle It Out For Edinburgh Design Award
Aspiring inventors all the way from China have entered an Edinburgh “Dragons Den” inspired event which over the years has become a magnet for global…
Unique online shop for specialist care equipment, information & advice launched
Healthcare entrepreneur David Lynch has launched a new online venture he hopes will revolutionise how people with disabilities can live a fuller life. North East-based…
Disabled actor turns to assistive technology to retain independence
Mark Beer, 49, originally from Henley-in-Arden in Warwickshire but now of Camden Town, London, has 2nd degree Cerebral Palsy, however, he has refused to let…
£70,000 up for grabs as 2016 Stelios Award announced
Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and Leonard Cheshire Disability have announced the 2016 Stelios Award for Disabled Entrepreneurs in the UK. Now in its tenth year, new…
Competition searches for innovations to change the lives of disabled people
Top Design Award Enhanced For 2016 Entries Aspiring designers, engineers and inventors are set to battle it out in a “Dragons Den” inspired event which…
New requirements to make information clearer for disabled people and carers
People with disabilities will benefit from improved health and care after new requirements have been released, ensuring they receive easily accessible information and support. The…
Roadshow putting spotlight on older drivers
The Mobility Roadshow, 26-28th May, Silverstone Circuit (Northants) has announced a free conference regarding older drivers in association with Age UK and The Forum of…