How will new NHS hospital discharge funding affect community care?
The DHSC (Department of Health and Social Care) have announced a new £588 million fund to enable prompt hospital discharges. This funding is allocated...
Tips for Managing Falls in Care Homes
Around a third of people aged 65+ fall at least once a year. This figure is even higher for people aged 85+. Many of...
When is Specialist Seating Needed? The Hierarchy of Provision
When it comes to specialist seating, deciding when to start using a specialist chair is just as important as choosing the right type of...
Best Chairs for People Who Are Hoisted
Across the UK, thousands of people rely on hoists every day. A hoist allows a carer to safely move someone from one place to...
7 Questions to Ask When Choosing an Active User Wheelchair
For wheelchair users, their wheelchair is essential for maintaining their independence and ability to carry out everyday tasks. Therefore, when getting an upgrade or...
Riser Recliner Chair Sizing: FAQs
When buying a riser recliner chair there are so many options to choose from. There’s a whole range of colours, fabrics, styles, pressure relieving...
Complete Guide to Powered Add-Ons for Active User Wheelchairs
In recent years, we’ve seen lots more people looking for active user wheelchairs rather than traditional manual wheelchairs. As the name suggests, their design...
Best Wetroom Flooring
Bathrooms might seem like a difficult environment to make accessible or wheelchair-friendly, but it doesn’t have to be so complicated. Bathroom adaptations are a...
Maximising Pressure Care in Seating
Pressure ulcers, commonly known as pressure injuries, pressure sores or bed sores, are sadly very common in bed ridden or immobile people. There are...
Client Assessments & Social Distancing: FAQs
Throughout 2020, COVID-19 and lockdown measures have changed many aspects of everyday life. Assessments for care equipment has been no exception. People have still...