‘Real change needed’ as 59 percent of disabled people say accessibility has worsened since COVID
New research by UK disabled access charity Euan’s Guide reveals that 59 percent of disabled people believe that COVID has made disabled access worse. The…
Venues urged to make facilities accessible for disabled people as lockdown measures ease
User experience and digital agency Sigma is calling for greater consideration in the design of in-store distancing and safety measures, as venues reopening their facilities…
New shielding guidelines come into effect for clinically extremely vulnerable people
Coming into effect today (6th of July), the UK Government has published updated guidance for people who are shielding in England as it says COVID-19…
Survey shows serious impact of lockdown and social distancing measures on people with sight loss
A survey by eye research charity Fight for Sight has found that four in 10 people with sight loss fear their sight will further deteriorate…
Telecare specialist ensures local communities get the products they need with social distancing delivery service
Keeping both its staff and clients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, telecare provider Astraline has launched a social distance delivery service to ensure people still…
Theraposture details how using video tech is helping assess clients for vital equipment
As providers of healthcare equipment adapt to the new reality of social distancing and shielding, Theraposture has outlined how embracing video conferencing has enabled it…
RCOT issues advice for members on continuing CPD education whilst social distancing
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has shared some helpful guidance for occupational therapists who want to continue with CPD education when they are…
£500,000 announced to help create digital solutions to support people who are self-isolating
Revealed today by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), £500,000 of funding is available for technology companies that come up with digital support…