BHTA appoints new chair to drive meaningful discussions about mobility and independent living
Mark Baumann, Head of Sales for NRS Healthcare’s Product Sales Division Representing over 400 companies in the healthcare and assistive technology industry, the British Healthcare…
New home monitoring system supports independent living for the elderly with detailed feedback
StackCare UK, a next-generation home-monitoring system provider, has launched in the UK, providing a unique level of support to older people living independently and the…
Southwark Council adopts virtual approach to prescribing daily living solutions
The social care team at Southwark Council is using virtual technology to enable them to more efficiently prescribe feasible outcomes to support activities of daily…
National Healthy Housing Awards 2020 winners revealed
The team at Middlesbrough Staying Put Agency Councils, charities and inspirational frontline staff have been commended for their excellent work in supporting people to live…
Naidex Virtual pushed back as it ‘looks to start 2021 off right’
Following the announcement of a new virtual offshoot of the popular Naidex independent living exhibition, event organisers have decided to push Naidex Virtual back to…
New virtual event to offer free educational sessions and CPD training for healthcare professionals
After event organisers confirmed that this year’s Naidex would be postponed until March 2021 due to coronavirus, Naidex has launched a new virtual offshoot: Naidex…
New supported housing guidance to improve standards for vulnerable people in the UK
The UK Government has published a new National Statement of Expectations (NSE) for supported housing, which aims to help elderly and disabled people live more…
Council approves funding for extra care schemes to support independent living and changing needs
Lancashire County Council's Cabinet has approved a way of funding extra care schemes as well as a new care home at a recent meeting to…
Naidex postponed from November 2020 to March 2021
Naidex has confirmed the show, set to take place this November, will now be postponed until the 9 & 10 March 2021. The announcement marks…
Online assistive tech guide showcases examples of helpful independent living solutions
As more and more councils leverage the benefits of assistive technology during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hertfordshire County Council has launched an online assistive technology guide…