The bathroom is often one of the most hazardous areas in a home, yet it frequently goes unconsidered when assessing safety. Falls in this confined space can lead to severe injuries, limit mobility and significantly impact the quality of life.…
We call any lifting of a person an assisted transfer. Whether it is by use of a manual patient stander or by an electronic fitted or portable hoist. Moving or carrying a person by yourself or others is dangerous and…
We offer straightforward alternatives for you or a loved one struggling daily in and out of the bath. Whether by installing correctly positioned handrails and bath steps or converting your bathroom into a wet room. If you need to be…
This article is inspired by the NHS website… How to get a home assessment? If you, or someone you know, needs help to do everyday tasks or you’re worried about falling, ask social services for a home assessment. You can…
Bath lifts are designed to provide confidence for those who have difficulty getting into and out of the bath. Furthermore, a bath lifter can help maintain and maximise your independence, promote dignity and may help reduce the reliance on family…
The current situation Mr Jones is a 60-year-old gentleman admitted to the hospital following a fall. He has had a number of falls in the last six months, following a steady decline in his overall mobility. Mr Jones has a…
Falls and dementia Dementia is a syndrome (a group of related symptoms) that is associated with an ongoing decline of the brain and its abilities. Some of these symptoms include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving, communication and language. Risk of…
An occupational therapist (OT) helps people of all ages overcome challenges completing everyday tasks or activities – what we call ‘occupations’. Occupational therapists (OT) perspective see’s beyond diagnoses and limitations to hopes and aspirations. They look at relationships between your…
A VAT exemption applies If you are suffering from a long-term illness or you are registered as disabled, then you are not liable to pay VAT on certain goods and services that you buy here in the UK. Generally, for…
There are many reasons to consider, and why buy a lift chair, Everyone likes to be comfortable in their favourite armchair but did you know that as well as being comfortable the right seating can significantly improve your mobility, posture,…
The Soft Tilt is a unique and innovative in-bed system designed to automatically reposition patients for pressure ulcer injury prevention, as well as support families and carers with daily moving and handling tasks, such as sling application and transfers into and out…
Here are some useful external links to guides on ulcer prevention and managing pressure injuries. NICE Guidelines 2014 – Full Guide The prevention and management of pressure ulcers in primary and secondary care. External web link – www.nice.org.uk European Pressure Ulcer…
When selecting a bed, ensuring that the height is suitable is very important to provide safety and comfort whilst getting in and out of bed. As mentioned in our previous article, most electric profiling beds have height adjustment as standard.…
Learn about pressure injuries, patients may be at risk or even elevated risk from pressure injury within a very short period of time if re-positioning and pressure relief do not take place. The added effect of shearing and friction forces.…
Introduction This page has been produced to help people become more aware of pressure ulcers and provide information to those who may be vulnerable. It also details what causes pressure ulcers and offers guidance on preventing them. It is not…
A profiling hospital bed, community bed or hospital cot is a bed specially designed for hospitalised patients or others who are in need of some form of health care. Our range of profiling beds, turning beds and pressure care mattresses…
Lift and recline chairs come in two standard configurations: single or dual motor and are available in various sizes from petite to bariatric. Available in a wide range of fabrics and colours to suit all users. Key considerations when choosing…
A hinged track to fold the stairlift track away In order for the seat to get low enough for the user to sit on, it is necessary for the track to extend beyond the staircase to the hall floor. Some…
There is a new range of soft protective headwear. It protects people who are at risk from or have a history of impacting their face or the back of the head. Adapt a Home provides a range of soft protective headwear…
Image by wirestock on Freepik 5 Reasons for Head Banging in Kids: Know When to Seek Help Headbanging is a common behaviour among young children, particularly toddlers, and while it can be distressing for parents to witness, it’s often harmless.…
