If you have difficulty walking and getting around, or are worried about falling, there are so many products available to help. A walking stick is often the first recourse to give that extra stability. However, a walking stick that is suitable for one person may not necessarily be the best for another – take time to ensure you choose a …
Our homes reflect our lifestyles. We decorate them to represent who we are and arrange them to meet our needs as we pass through various stages in life. It makes sense, then, to adapt our homes ready for when we are older and less able by future-proofing in plenty of time. It is never too early to start future-proofing your …
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 Home …
Home Solutions has some exciting news for those who are aged over 60 or registered with a disability. You could be entitled to VAT reductions on mobility aids and bathroom adaptations. 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 with …
Losing mobility through age or illness can have a huge impact on daily living. Even the smallest changes in our abilities can affect our lives in enormous ways, so it’s wise to think ahead when considering making any changes to our homes. When considering having alterations done to your home, the longer view is essential. A small extra spend at …
If you are you looking to add accessibility and luxury to your bathroom have you thought about an Air Body Dryer? An Air Body Dryer takes the place of towels in your bathroom. It gently blows warm air onto the body after a shower, drying you from head to toe – a whole body drying solution, which is permanently fixed …
Our homes reflect our lifestyles. We decorate them to represent who we are and arrange them to meet our needs as we pass through various stages in life. It makes sense, then, to adapt our homes ready for when we are older and less able by future-proofing in plenty of time. It is never too early to start future-proofing your …
If you have difficulty walking and getting around, or are worried about falling, there are so many products available to help. A walking stick is often the first recourse to give that extra stability. However, a walking stick that is suitable for one person may not necessarily be the best for another – take time to ensure you choose a …
If you love your bath but find it a struggle to climb in and out, the Bellavita bath lift may be the answer for you. The Bellavita is a reclining bath lift that helps the user get into and out of the bath as safely and comfortably as possible. Designed in conjunction with nursing professionals, the Bellavita bath lift is …
According to the latest statistics, 3 in 5 of us will be carers for loved ones at some point in our lives, with or without the support of ‘home help’ provided by professional carers. So it makes sense when designing or adapting your bathroom at home to look at things that can make potential carer access easier too. Alan Kingdon …
