If you have been thinking about investing in an adjustable bed, but want to try one out before you commit to buying one, Living Needs now has the fantastic Rise&Recline Sherwood bed on display in our showroom on Mill Road in Barnstaple. Available in a large range of colours and with an array of mattresses to suit everyone, these British-made …
How to Select the Right Mobility Scooter
A mobility scooter can transform your quality of life. If, for example, you need assistance to get to the shops or perhaps you get tired from walking a short distance, then a mobility scooter could well be a good choice for you. But, how do you make sure you are selecting the right one? Here are some top tips on …
Showers especially designed for the elderly and less able
If you are considering updating your bathroom, it’s worth noting that there are showers that have been specifically designed for the elderly and less able. Mira Advance ATL Flex The Mira Advance was the first shower in the UK with thermostatic control. This precise control ensures that whatever happens to the water temperature or pressure, the shower stays constant. The …
Make Showering a Breeze Again
If you are unsteady on your feet, drying your body after a shower can be a physical struggle. Installing an Apres or Valiryo Body Dryer will help showering become a more enjoyable experience. Dry your body, while sitting or standing, without a towel. More hygienic, and fewer towels means fewer loads of washing. Relax joints and soothe delicate skin. Easily …
If you are over 60 you can receive reduced rate VAT
Age is but a number, but being 60 or over means you may qualify for a VAT exemption. Many people are unaware that there are VAT reductions on lots of goods for the over 60’s, and if you have a long term illness or are registered as disabled, then you may not have to pay VAT at all. David Walter …
Looking ahead in preparation for old age
5 ways to make your bathroom easier to use We are all living longer and Government statistics indicate it’s likely we will be living in our own homes longer too. So, planning to adapt our homes to be more suitable as we age is a good idea. As we get older, our mobility can deteriorate. Loss of mobility and balance …
Christmas Opening Hours
Merry Christmas from everyone at Living Needs. Our opening hours over the festive period are as follows: Fri 23rd Dec – 9am-1pm Christmas Eve – CLOSED Christmas Day – 27th December – CLOSED 28/29/30th December – 9am-1pm New Year’s Eve – CLOSED 1st & 2nd January – CLOSED
Keep Your Feet Cosy this Christmas!
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for someone special? Cosyfeet’s premium slippers are available in a range of colours and materials, so you’ll have plenty of styles to choose from. Call Living Needs on 01271 374600 or pop into our showroom on Mill Road (Barnstaple) to place your order
Keep on Walking
Whether you’re popping to the shops, or just pottering around the garden, a walker can help you to keep your independence. It’ll give you something to lean on if you’re feeling a bit weak or unsteady, and the extra support can help to ease aches and pains. There are two main types of walker. David Walter, mobility specialist at Living …
Living with a disablility shouldn’t mean having to compromise on quality or design in your bathroom
As one of the area’s leading bathroom adaptation companies, Living Needs is aware that for those affected by mobility problems, using a conventional bathroom can become extremely difficult. However, a practical design does not have to mean a compromise on style. Living Needs specialists in bespoke bathroom designs that not only work to make the customer’s life easier but also …