The independent living resource for carers and healthcare professionals, disabled and elderly people http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ Scandinavian design and functionality to aid safe movement for people with impaired mobility http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ergolet/hoists.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ergolet/hoists.html Manufactured in Wales, these chairs can accommodate users up to 50 stone (318 kg) http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wilcare/recliners.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/wilcare/recliners.html With or without remote control, KS1500 can be retrofitted to most standard toilets http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ascot/hygiene.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/ascot/hygiene.html The economical diesel accommodates the largest power chairs comfortably http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#vivaro http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#vivaro The Ramsgate-based company provides telephone support for independent living nationwide http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Angelusaward http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Angelusaward Forcetenco's neat solution to accessing all kinds of information in audio format http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#booksense http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#booksense Make sure you don't miss out on essential eye tests because you can't get to the optometrist http://www.independentliving.co.uk/outside/clinic.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/outside/clinic.html The Aurum can be moved more easily than a fixed width bed for the heaviest users http://www.independentliving.co.uk/benmor/medical.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/benmor/medical.html The watch phone summons emergency help without the stigma of a call pendant http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#minifone http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#minifone Front entry upfront travel for wheelchair users becomes more affordable http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#waveco http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#waveco TGA launch their latest scooter at Mobility Roadshow with celebrity assistance http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Moss http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Moss The telephone-based monitoring service needs more operators as it grows http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html The Diamond Independence airflow mattress is unique in its design http://www.independentliving.co.uk/squirrel/medical.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/squirrel/medical.html Two-year old with CP is one half of triathlon team, with his dad, Ben http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ironkid http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ironkid Read our editor's review of this informative new book http://www.independentliving.co.uk/endoflife-review.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/endoflife-review.html The sprung-suspension buggy provides stylish transport for children with special needs http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Kimba http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#Kimba Sign up for telephone support, and the first five days are free http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html You can read the latest issue of our topical newsletter online now http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/ http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2010_06_01_archive.html Covering 24 hour postural needs of individuals with complex disabilities http://www.independentliving.co.uk/postural.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/postural.html Jolly Good Idea's clever dialler helps quadriplegic user stay in touch http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#jolly http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#jolly Environmentally-friendly vehicle provides choice for families with a wheelchair user http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nissan http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#nissan Help maintain independence with reliable medication management for complex regimes http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pivotell/pivotell.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/pivotell/pivotell.html Power to assist the carer combined with comfort for the chair user http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wego http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#wego You can read the latest issue online now http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/ http://newsletter.independentliving.co.uk/2010_05_01_archive.html Read the editor's blog about neglect of vulnerable individuals, and add your own thoughts http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2010/05/can-we-be-good-neighbours-without.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2010/05/can-we-be-good-neighbours-without.html The only conversion to provide upfront wheelchair travel and keep the boot space http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#gen2 http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#gen2 A friendly chat on the phone each day helps support independent living http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/angelus/telecare.html Read the editor's blog and add your own thoughts http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2010/04/which-political-party-will-look-after.html http://www.independentlivingblog.co.uk/2010/04/which-political-party-will-look-after.html FallSmart bedside mats help cushion the impact of falls for vulnerable patients http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/winhealth.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/demo/movies/winhealth.html The Rio has been designed for comfort and practicality, with style http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rio http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#rio Mangar International has a clever new aid for lifting a wheelchair into the boot http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/mangar.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/mangar.html The brilliant alternative to a kettle needs no lifting or tipping http://www.independentliving.co.uk/newtonz/kettles.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/newtonz/kettles.html The versatile wet floor system is accessorised with screens and seats http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#levelbest http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#levelbest The Closomat manufacturer is raising awareness of problems faced by anyone needing carer assistance http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#cpcl http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#cpcl The Fiat Qubo Switch accommodates upfront passenger and driver in a wheelchair http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#qubo http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#qubo The Independentliving preview feature shows you the latest developments http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/preview.html http://www.independentliving.co.uk/naidex/preview.html The company is now the largest single employer in Fishburn, County Durham http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#meditek http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#meditek The BHTA Code of Practice underlines the company's own high standards of customer care http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#3080 http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#3080 The Nursing Bench 150 adjusts in height with a handheld remote control http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#pressalit http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#pressalit Ultraleather Brisa is a soft, waterproof breathable simulated leather http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#brisa http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#brisa The re-designed Adagio Ancora has a threshold of just 45mm http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ancora http://www.independentliving.co.uk/news/news.html#ancora 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 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