Council and health board showcase mainstream digital tech to users that increase independence
Neath Port Talbot Council and Swansea Bay University Health Board have opened a state-of-the-art Digital Solutions Suite to show how mainstream digital technologies can support…
The Royal Borough of Greenwich calls for residents to help design its future assistive tech service
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is asking residents to use their experience and expertise as part of a project to embed new assistive technology into…
Vulnerable residents in Lincolnshire could benefit from £1m enhanced technology pilot
Lincolnshire County Council is investing in a £1 million digital technology pilot to provide enhanced support to vulnerable residents and help them live independently for…
Trusted Assessor service to assist with the prescribing of community equipment in Suffolk
Community equipment supplier Medequip has announced that it will be introducing a Trusted Assessor service to assist with the prescribing of community equipment in Suffolk,…
Council launches community assistive tech resource to boost independence
Julia Jessel, Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Health and Care, with a library officer, Phi Arnold Staffordshire County Council has launched a new community…
Council telecare service recieves TEC Quality accreditation for compliance to national framework
TEC Quality has awarded ‘compliant’ status across the board of Dudley Council’s telecare service. The Telecare service provides a range of assistive technology products, including…
Assistive technologies help respite charity guests regain independence
Advanced assistive technologies from manufacturer Pressalit have been installed in Leuchie House, a national respite charity that provides “transformational” care for its guests. Set in…
Smart lamp can automatically call emergency services and open doors for them if someone falls
An AI-powered smart lamp that detects and prevents falls in older adults is now available in the UK and Ireland. Designed by Nobi, a European…
Longitude Prize on Dementia launches with £4.34m pot for assistive tech
The Longitude Prize on Dementia is calling on innovators around the world to apply the power of artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies to develop…
Nottinghamshire college launches smart homes on campus for people with complex needs
Portland College, which is based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, has collaborated with ADS Independent Living Solutions (ADS) to launch independent living homes that come pre-fitted with…