Report finds Scotland is lacking a single accountable body to oversee home adaptations processes
Thousands of Scottish people are living in homes unsuitable for their needs, according to a new report, carried out by academics from the University of…
Scottish Government to provide a focal point for training, digital and support to health boards
Supporting people to lead longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives will be at the heart of two new ten-year plans published by the Scottish Government,…
More housing association tenants in Scotland will benefit from independent living technologies
The Scottish Government has announced that the budget for a programme that uses technology in housing to help older people remain independent for longer will…
Free webinar will explore the potential of design-led thinking to meet NHS net zero goals
A free to join webinar taking place this month will spotlight vital sustainable innovation while inspiring NHS Scotland staff in the drive to meet net…
Research will consider what is needed to fund and support adaptations for independent living
The University of Stirling is leading on research which will identify current and future needs to help people live independently in Scotland. A group of…
Pension Age Disability Payment opens for people with long-term health conditions across Scotland
Pension Age Disability Payment for disabled people and those with a long-term health condition to help them look after themselves, or supervision to stay safe,…
TEC partnership enables the choice of unobtrusive sensor-based tech to support individual needs
The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre has appointed Archangel, a cloud-based monitoring platform, as a development partner for a pioneering technology enabled care (TEC) project…
Scottish alarm monitoring partnership to use analytics to improve proactive care and responses
Scottish housing provider Bield Housing and Care has announced a new partnership with Chubb Fire and Security on the Shared Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) in Scotland, an innovative initiative…
Scottish Government Bill to improve information-sharing across health settings
The Scottish Government has announced a dedicated advisory board, support for unpaid carers, and enshrining care home residents' rights to see loved ones are at…
Project co-designs independent living models, assisted technologies, and digital skills training
A new project by Blackwood Homes and Care is revolutionising the way technology and data are integrated into independent living solutions, offering transformative benefits for…