If you are an older person, or require assistance with your mobility, you may need adaptations to your home to maintain independent living. The cost of these can make the prospect seem daunting, and may even mean that essential work which could make life easier, safer, and healthier, is not…
Housing providers are being urged to consider the design and adaptability of the homes they build in order to successfully meet the needs of those with dementia, with a new report revealing barriers to home improvements such as lack of knowledge about what can be achieved, organising building work and…
If you or your loved one require personal care at home, you will know that finding the right agency is of upmost importance. You will need to have every confidence and trust in the people you are letting into your home and your life. Here’s a few things to consider…
More than two-thirds of Britons aged over 50 want to receive care at home rather than moving into residential accommodation in their old age, a new report has revealed. The study by the Equity Release Council, titled ‘Solving the social care funding crisis: perspectives on the contribution of property wealth’,…
Spring is on its way, which will slowly bring with it much nicer, warmer weather. Until spring has sprung, however, keeping warm is essential to our health, joints and well-being, so here are some top tips to keep your body warm and healthy in chilly weather. Put The Kettle On…
Disability charities have been promoted to warn half a million disabled people in the UK that they may be made finically worse due to major changes to benefits rules by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that came into effect on 27 January. According to the Mirror, the changes…
The UK government set a target of providing five additional years of healthy life for people in the country by 2035, but a new report reveals that it is likely to miss this target without taking action. Birmingham Health Partners reported that the House of Lords Science and Technology shared…
The lack of homes in England with design features to make them suitable for disabled people is set to become more acute over the course of this decade, new research has indicated. ITV News has revealed the details of a study shared with it by Habinteg Housing Association, which found…
The bath versus shower debate has long raged across the country, and while some people adore lavishing in the tub for a long soak, those who want a quick, hot, rigorous shower can’t see the appeal in sloshing around in a tub full of water. If you’re planning a bathroom…
A survey into the effects of the current circumstances has shown that two-thirds of those in a vulnerable situation, on a low income, or with a physical or mental disability have found they have struggled more during the lockdown. The survey, commissioned by Smart Energy GB, has highlighted the increased struggle…
Private hire taxi firm Uber is offering free trips to the seven mass-vaccination hubs across England so that the most vulnerable can receive the life-saving COVID-19 vaccine and help support the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic. Manchester Evening News reports that Uber will cover up to £15 of passengers’…
One of the most hazardous parts of the house is the bathroom, because the floor is often wet, which means that you're far more likely to have slips and falls in this particular room. As we age and our needs inevitably change, it becomes even more important to make sure…
There may well come a time in the future where you start experiencing mobility or strength issues, in which case a bath lift might be something that could prove very useful indeed, lifting your body from beneath to help you get in and out of the tub. There are various…
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has called on the government, following a consultation, for the mandating of an accessibility standard in the Building Regulations that is currently only applied by a planning condition. However, Architects’ Journal reports, RIBA added that there should be exceptions so that developers can…
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to a government consultation about accessible homes in the UK, stressing that legislation relating to the construction of accessible homes should be strengthened. Architects’ Journal reported on the stance being taken by RIBA, explaining that the organisation has recommended that the…
The government has earmarked an extra £68m in additional funding to enable people with disabilities to adapt their homes throughout England. The Disabled Facilities Grant funding was announced on the International Day of People with Disabilities (3rd December 2020) and will be part of the Better Care Fund, it was announced by Kelly…
Some 9.5 million people in the UK currently live in properties that have significant housing issues, according to a new report revealing that the coronavirus crisis has exacerbated the situation, with many residents feeling trapped in houses that are unfit for months at a time, as a result of lockdown…
Rob McElhenney, the writer, producer, and star of US comedy It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, and the new co-owner of Wrexham AFC, along with Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds, has donated £6,000 to disabled footy fan Aiden Scott, to allow him to have a specialist bath fitted. Sky Sports reports that…
The New Armouries Building at the Tower of London has installed a Changing Places toilet on site, making it the oldest public building to have such a facility in place, according to Muscular Dystrophy UK. The building itself dates back to the middle of the 17th century, Museums+Heritage reports, with…
The bathroom should be a sanctuary for many people, a place where we can relax with privacy and peace. However, the bathroom can be fraught with risks for older people with mobility issues. Bathing may become a challenge for people with increasing age, and slips and trips are a risk…
When it comes to accessible bathrooms, the first thing that might pop into anyone’s mind is a clinical, cold, hospital-like bathroom. But there’s no reason why a bathroom can’t be stylish and accessible at the same time, such as with a gorgeously designed wet room. With a little design forethought,…
The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched an Accessible Technology Research and Innovation Grant, which will invest up to £500,000 in projects in order to improve access to services and inspire more confidence among disabled people when they’re travelling around the country. Projects could include ways to help visually impaired…
Bathing is good for the mind and the body, but exactly what makes the use of whirlpool and jacuzzi baths so effective is something that has been explored for thousands of years Hydrotherapy is one of the world’s oldest forms of recuperation, with its roots tracing back to Ancient Egypt, Greece…
When it comes to baths or showers, it is more than a matter of preference. It is a question of needs, comfort and convenience, and different solutions are better for different people. In terms of accessible bathrooms, the main options are mobility baths (which take the form of power-assisted or…
The government has announced a second national lockdown, and told millions of clinically vulnerable people to take ‘extra precautions’, but has stopped short of implementing formal shielding. While some people classed as vulnerable have welcomed the second lockdown, charities warned that millions who were previously asked to shield need urgent…
The government has announced the National Statement of Expectations for supported housing, setting out its vision for ways of working in the sector and guidance for standards in accommodation, all part of its plans to improve oversight, ensure quality and value for money. Supported housing is essential in providing help…
More help has been made available for disabled people who are working from home during the coronavirus crisis. The Access to Work scheme has been extended to enable extra assistance in several areas, meaning that disabled people can benefit from additional financial support to work from home and people who…
Upgrades to Help You Age in Place More people are choosing to live in their homes for as long as possible, as for many elderly people their homes not only have a strong emotional connection, but it is likely they have built a connection to the local community and have…
“Dear all at Absolute Mobility, I have used that bath several times now and I’m delighted with it! being able to try it on your mobile showroom definitely made the difference so thank you for coming out to me so quickly.”
Mrs Evans – Portsmouth
