The independent living resource for carers and healthcare professionals, disabled and elderly people http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ The easy-to-use timepiece includes lots of extra features http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#memrabel http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#memrabel You can now find us on Facebook, and become a fan! http://www.facebook.com/IndependentLiving http://www.facebook.com/IndependentLiving Five wheeled mobility scooters for stability and manoeuvrability http://www.independentliving.co.uk/quingo/scooters.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/quingo/scooters.html The Maxus has been built to withstand the most demanding environments http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Benmor http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Benmor View the movie in the Independent Living Demo Gallery http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/hybrid.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/hybrid.html Converts any landline phone to a one touch photo phone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#photophone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#photophone The Staid helps people who can't move from sit to stand unaided http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#staid http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#staid Editor's feature highlights the latest developments http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html The Elevate makes transfers more comfortable for user and caregiver http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html#joerns http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html#joerns The stairlift specialists have a new site offering advice for end users http://www.independentliving.co.uk/freelift/stairlifts.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/freelift/stairlifts.html The catalogue is available in hard copy or to download http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html You can read the latest issue online now http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2010/01/newsletter-january-2010.html http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2010/01/newsletter-january-2010.html The privately-owned manufacturer is increasing capacity by 25% http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Trike http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Trike Mercado Medic, seating specialists, offers some radically different solutions http://www.independentliving.co.uk/mercado/medic.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/mercado/medic.html Automatic wheelchair stowage system delivers chair to the driver's door http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#abiloader http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#abiloader Designed by an OT for one-handed eating, this Knork can be used with a weakened grip http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#knork http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#knork Read the latest comments and add your own http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/12/dlcs-impartial-advisers-or-mobility.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/12/dlcs-impartial-advisers-or-mobility.html A significant proportion of DLCs now sell products. Is this right? http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/12/dlcs-impartial-advisers-or-mobility.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/12/dlcs-impartial-advisers-or-mobility.html You may qualify for free insulation from npower if you are disabled or over 70 http://www.independentliving.co.uk/npower/insulation.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/npower/insulation.html The Scottish online retailer offers crockery for people with dementia and other disabilities http://www.independentliving.co.uk/clootie/tree.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/clootie/tree.html Labour MP says government has no plans to get rid of these benefits for over-65s http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Begg http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Begg If you don't want to take on the flat pack challenge, you can still order this kitchen http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Worcester http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Worcester Disabled pensioners would miss out on benefit that helps pay for care needs http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#annebegg http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#annebegg Jenry's kit to make it easier to move seated clients is now more versatile http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Millie http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Millie Let us know what you think too! http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/11/charities-shouldnt-need-to-pay-huge.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/11/charities-shouldnt-need-to-pay-huge.html You can read and add your comments now http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/11/charities-shouldnt-need-to-pay-huge.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2009/11/charities-shouldnt-need-to-pay-huge.html You can read the latest issue online now http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2009/11/newsletter-november-2009.html http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2009/11/newsletter-november-2009.html The Scottish manufacturer now includes lightweight fleecy bed-jackets for men in their range http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bedjacket http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bedjacket Using the same groundbreaking fulcrum technology as the original WAV Evolution http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wavevolite http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wavevolite Dect compatible unit combines home phone and door intercom with remote unlocking http://www.independentliving.co.uk/easy/gates.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/easy/gates.html Lightweight glass reinforced plastic ramps make wheelchair and scooter access easier http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#akwramp http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#akwramp Innovations from the British manufacturer include unique folding mechanisms for handle and backrest http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Traveller http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Traveller The Granberg CoatLift lowers the clothes rail down and outwards http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Coatlift http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Coatlift Easy to use doors for almost any situation now available in satin silver at no extra cost http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Silverdoors http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Silverdoors The British manufacturer has new colour options and standard features http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#black http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#black The new beds are easily portable yet strong enough to use as a regular bed http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Pippin http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Pippin Mike Spencer set out to make his mobility scooter more useful in confined places http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ablequip http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ablequip Carers think it's okay to profit from their charges. What do you think? http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/09/care-and-dishonesty.html "http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/09/care-and-dishonesty.html Specialist Triton seating system combines with various buggies and powerchairs http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#integration http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#integration The Norwegian Medema iZi seats are reputedly the safest available http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#izi http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#izi See our pick of the exhibits that were featured at the recent show in Glasgow http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ils/preview.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ils/preview.html Council refused to license wheelchair-friendly E7 taxicabs http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#taxi http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#taxi The moving and handling specialists provide free training workshops across the UK http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#zone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#zone The car conversion specialists were invited to Buckingham Palace after winning a Queen's Award http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Queen http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Queen The medication management specialists now have a disposable tray for pharmacy filling http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#disposable http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#disposable Independent Living's editor comments on recruitment policies http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/08/bring-it-on-disabled-people-dont-need.htm http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/08/bring-it-on-disabled-people-dont-need.htm The ball blankets and cushions provide sensory feedback to help promote calm and a sense of security http://www.independentliving.co.uk/kingkraft/kingkraft.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/kingkraft/kingkraft.html The seven wheeled U-Step walker is particularly stable and supportive http://www.independentliving.co.uk/attainability/mobility.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/attainability/mobility.html One of the UK's leading vehicle converters has been saved from going out of business http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#gowrings http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#gowrings Thanks to the advent of three-year Motability contracts on pre-owned vehicles http://www.independentliving.co.uk/motability.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/motability.html The manufacturer's Elite stairlift is rated for users weighing up to 30 stone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/freelift/stairlifts.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/freelift/stairlifts.html The Olympos four wheeled walker is designed to be used comfortably on uneven terrain http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#topro http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#topro Calls from the industry for Independent Living to become the Which magazine of aids to mobility and daily living http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/06/when-is-impartial-advice-not-impartial.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/06/when-is-impartial-advice-not-impartial.html The UK's most affordable WAV allows you to travel as driver or upfront passenger http://www.independentliving.co.uk/sirus/automotive.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/sirus/automotive.html The accessible bathroom and kitchen specialist offers a no-quibble lifetime warranty http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html Independent Living's editor looks at sneaky marketing tactics http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/06/when-is-impartial-advice-not-impartial.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2009/06/when-is-impartial-advice-not-impartial.html Accessible vehicle has working examples of the Closomat automatic toilet and other products http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#lorry http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#lorry New leasing option could assist motorists on a tight budget http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#motability http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#motability Unique educational section assists in choosing the right seating solution http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wilcare http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wilcare From nighties and bed-jackets to socks and hotties, keep warm and comfortable http://www.independentliving.co.uk/clootie/tree.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/clootie/tree.html Five-in-one process helps ease allergy miseries http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#purifier http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#purifier Essex-based Uniscan, manufacturer of walkers, was judged best in the county for customer service http://www.independentliving.co.uk/uniscan/walkers.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/uniscan/walkers.html The well-known manufacturer of rise and recline chairs now also supplies Wilcarematic beds http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wilcare/recliners.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wilcare/recliners.html The ABW6 washbasin is recommended by the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign http://www.independentliving.co.uk/astor/bannerman.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/astor/bannerman.html The Volker Vis-a-Vis bed encourages active participation in independent living http://www.independentliving.co.uk/bakare/beds.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/bakare/beds.html Bariatric chair assists in moving the heaviest people in emergency situations http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#swallow http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#swallow A clever aid to help dementia sufferers live more independently http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#memx http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#memx IL's editor, Frances Leckie, takes a look at some of the new interesting products that were shown at Naidex http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/preview.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/preview.html Architect Richard Paxton incorporated sliding doors to remove barriers within the home http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#eclisse http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#eclisse Digisystem is the world's first digital assistive hearing system with secure encrypted digital transmission http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ihear http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ihear GL Jones' AbilitySwing allows disabled children to enjoy a swing with confidence http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mencap http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mencap Made from powder-coated stainless steel, Bea can be used in the shower, as well as for standing and transport http://www.independentliving.co.uk/opemed/solutions.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/opemed/solutions.html Designed to make it much easier to apply compression hosiery and bandages http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ezy http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ezy British manufacturer, Uniscan, has just added a tray accessory for use with their GPA rollator http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tray http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tray Building on the success of their original wheelchair hire operation, Wheelfreedom now offers other mobility products http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wheel/freedom.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wheel/freedom.html This clever new system fits to the chair frame, enabling users to self-propel further and faster http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nordigo http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nordigo AKW Medicare has donated a Worcester accessible kitchen to the Disabled Living Centre http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/akw/medicare.html The small discreet unit can be carried by vulnerable adults or children and used to find them in an emergency http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#buddi http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#buddi Making it easier to rent a wheelchair accessible vehicle on a long or short term basis http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rental http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rental The Rehatri is suitable for children from about six and has many practical design features http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rehatri http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rehatri Once installed, the Nova-Flo will just turn off the taps if you forget to! http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#novaflo http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#novaflo The seating and positioning experts have developed an effective new system for measuring hip range movement http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#proximat http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#proximat Aspect Conversions and Sirus Automotive will see the first US cars built using their patented technology next month http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nmeda http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nmeda Three years in development, the Journey is an ultra-compact, folding standaid with unique features http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#joerns http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#joerns Read Independent Living's editor's round-up of interesting new products to be seen http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/moving/preview.html Combining a low energy lightbulb with an ionic air purifier for two useful functions in one! http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bulb http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bulb Read all about the electronic bidet toilet seat for disabled and able-bodied users http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pds/hygiene.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pds/hygiene.html Full of essential information about parking, facilities and accessibility, the BBNav is a first for disabled motorists http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bbnav http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#bbnav Developed by NHS Fife physiotherapist, Aileen Pryde, the Anklemate can assist patients with walking difficulties http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ankle http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ankle This new area of the Independent Living website shows how OTs work in public and private practice http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ot.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ot.html The new powerdrive is compatible with most manual chairs and has an impressive range http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#emotion http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#emotion The Wren2 is aluminium, very adjustable, with numerous useful features http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wren http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wren Peugeot's Partner Tepee has just been awarded the accolade by 4x4 & MPV Driver magazine http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tepee http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tepee Claimed to be the world's first lever propulsion unit for manual wheelchairs, NuDrive was invented by Robert Orford http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nudrive http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nudrive Developed to aid people who suffer from foot drop or dragging, the Musmate can now blend discreetly with clothing http://www.independentliving.co.uk/musmate/walking-aid.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/musmate/walking-aid.html Pivotell has collaborated with Boots and Lloyds Pharmacy to develop guidelines for pharmacists to assist in medication management http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pivotell/pivotell.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pivotell/pivotell.html The British manufacturer has developed an innovative new folding mechanism http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#uniscan http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#unsican The stairlift company says it is the first to be awarded all three international standards http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#iso http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#iso The Stick'n'Stay rails use a powerful vacuum action to lock them firmly in position http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#lifegrab http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#lifegrab The new regime for supporting long term sick and disabled people starts now http://www.independentliving.co.uk/financial/employment.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/financial/employment.html "I've been in trauma nursing for 20 years and this is one of the best ideas I've ever seen" Squadron Leader Ian Slaughter, Headley Court http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#hydrant http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#hydrant The specialists in non-slip products have launched a bulk dispenser for their easy to handle non-slip reel http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#dycem http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#dycem Two-thirds polyester satin, one-third poly cotton, the new sheets combine ease of turning with extra stability http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#easyturn http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#easyturn When will the right to die turn into a duty to die - read our editor's blog http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2008/09/duty-too-far.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2008/09/duty-too-far.html Since the Palma Vita automatic bidet toilet was launched, the manufacturer has continued a programme product development http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#palsupport http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#palsupport A range of simple aids designed to assist with transfers and positioning of immobile patients http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mobiturn http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mobiturn Quickly attached, a single or dual wheel Powerstroll gives power to assist with pushing a manual chair http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#powerstroll http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#powerstroll The New Bug seat, available in Britain from Rainbow Mobility, can be combined with a wheeled base or high-low feeder http://www.independentliving.co.uk/rainbow/mobility.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/rainbow/mobility.html Ideal for use at school or home, the tables come in a range of bright and neutral colours http://www.independentliving.co.uk/kingkraft/kingkraft.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/kingkraft/kingkraft.html Improving the stability and comfort of standard school chairs, Rokzi is a neat solution to classroom integration http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rokzi http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rokzi Designed for users who expect a manoeuvrable chair that is lightweight but sturdy, and highly adjustable http://www.independentliving.co.uk/otto/bock.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/otto/bock.html Read about the shocking American survey and add your comments http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2008/07/better-dead-than-disabled.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/journal/2008/07/better-dead-than-disabled.html The Bellavita has been designed with input from care professionals, for comfort, safety and ease of use http://www.independentliving.co.uk/medicare/technology.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/medicare/technology.html Rob New, a design engineer with paraplegia, has developed this non-invasive answer to ED http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mytenring http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#mytenring The wheelchair cushion ensures better pressure care for all users at risk of damage http://www.independentliving.co.uk/huntleigh/healthcare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/huntleigh/healthcare.html The wheelchair accessible vehicle specialist is the first to offer a conversion of the brand new Peugeot Partner http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#partner http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#partner The RTU100 has a robust drive motor which is able to lift a wheelchair weighing to 33kg. http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rtu http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rtu Aspect Conversions have made it easy for wheelchair users to get in and out of the car - see how! http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/wav/wav.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/wav/wav.html Compatible with a range of bases, Triton supports children from six months throughout their daily lives http://www.independentliving.co.uk/jcm/seating.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/jcm/seating.html The collaboration between Aspect Conversions and Sirus Automotive unveiled after five years in development http://www.independentliving.co.uk/evolution/wav-evolution.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/evolution/wav-evolution.html This ceiling track hoist is a compact, lightweight cassette, which gives at least 7 inches additional lifting height. http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tax http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#tax The Triumph Plus combines the manoeuvrability of a tri-walker with the stability of a four-wheeled rollator http://www.independentliving.co.uk/uniscan/walkers.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/uniscan/walkers.html This tiny unit is easily installed just where the warm water is required, combining safety and efficiency http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ascot/hygiene.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ascot/hygiene.html This versatile system enables anyone who can't use their arms or hands to drink when they want http://www.independentliving.co.uk/drink/up.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/drink/up.html An economical and easily installed system combining nurse call and fall or wandering alarms http://www.independentliving.co.uk/lifemax/personal-care.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/lifemax/personal-care.html Features of the new chair include Karma's patented seating system which spreads the user's weight and helps to stop them slipping down the seat. http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ergo http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ergo A convenient and cost-effective way of providing toilet facilities that can be used safely by people weighing up to 70 stone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#1st http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#1st This new seating aid also helps to prevent the user from sliding forward in their chair http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#seataid http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#seataid For the first time, you can hire a lightweight manual chair anywhere in Britain, for as long or short a time as you need http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wheel/freedom.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wheel/freedom.html The postural management specialists' new website includes these and other products, including special needs trikes and quads http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nimbo http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nimbo Anyone who struggles with telephone numbers, either remembering or dialling them, will welcome this alternative http://www.independentliving.co.uk/jolly/goodidea.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/jolly/goodidea.html The specialist care supplier offers new levels of pressure care and pain management http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nexus http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nexus