Assistive technology
Assistive Technology service offers a wide range of technologies to help you remain independent and safe living in your home.
Equipment
Bed and chair sensors
Alert caregivers when someone gets up, can play personalised reminder messages, and connect directly to Telecare systems
Reminder clock
Helps people with memory issues by offering 20 reminders for daily tasks, medication, appointments, and features an adjustable, auto-dimming display
Tablet dispenser with alarm
A lockable pill dispenser with 28 compartments that helps remind people to take their medication on time
Firehawk smoke alarm
This wireless smoke alarm can be used in halls, landings, living rooms, and bedrooms
Health technology
Epilepsy sensors
Monitors and detects typical tonic-clonic seizure movement during your sleeping period. When detected, the monitor sends an alert to the pager to notify your carer
Hearing products
Flashing doorbell and pagers, vibrating pillow pads linked with smoke alarms
Request equipment
Complete the below referral form to request equipment from our Assistive Technology team.
Referrals can be made by yourself, family, carers, health and social care professionals.
Get in touch
If you would like to discuss:
- equipment
- demonstrations in a local community centre or residential care home
You can call the assistive technology team on 01536 805888 or email [email protected].
Last updated 24 April 2025