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ACCESSIBLE HOME When making recommendations for at-home assistance for service users, the marketplace is full of fantastic products, services and features worth checking out. We take a tour through the home to see what’s out there
TELECARE Benefiting the whole home is the option of telecare systems. Some modern products are really pushing boundaries. OwnFone’s Footprint GPS tracker is a wearable location device which has an alarm element built in. The service user simply pushes the button if they are experiencing difficulties and up to three selected contacts will receive an alert. It also has a fall detection feature, two-way voice communication, movement and non-movement sensors, and it can be linked to telecare support too. You can find out more at www.ownfone.com. Tracking systems for the home are also getting more advanced – some with the capacity to log in online and find out what the individual has been up to, such as Canary. This discrete monitoring system uses sensors to track where the person is – no cameras involved, respecting their privacy – while family members can log in and see where they’ve been or look out for any unusual activity. It also comes with a visitor card and scanner so any professionals popping in can swipe in to say they’ve been there. Find out more about the system at www.canarycare.co.uk.
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BEDROOM In the bedroom, it’s all about the bed. Comfort and safety are key, so it’s import to make sure clients can get in and out of bed as safely as possible. Adjustable beds are a good starting point – Nexus (www.nexusdms.co.uk) and Adjustamatic (adjustablebeds.co.uk) have a great selection. These beds mean that not only can clients adjust to get a comfortable sleeping position, but it can help with getting in and out of bed safely too. A ceiling track hoist can also be helpful when it comes to manoeuvring and helping individuals get from their bed to their wheelchair.
LIVING ROOM At the heart of any home, there are plenty of products you can get for the lounge. Comfort is key – and furniture manufacturers are going above and beyond to create functional furnishings that are also attractive. Suppliers like NHC Technology (www. nhc-technology.co.uk), Oaktree Mobility (www.oaktreemobility.co.uk) and Repose (www.reposefurniture.co.uk) all have fantastic ranges, with a variety of models available in different fabrics to suit clients’ interior design style. Riser recliner chairs and high-backed chairs, either manually or remote control operated, are on offer in a range of styles – meaning there’s something to suit all needs and preferences.
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