Assistive technology
Assistive Technology service offers a wide range of technologies to help you remain independent and safe living in your home.
Equipment
GPS tracker
This device uses GPS to identify the location of the person wearing the watch in real time
Canary system
A smart home system that can build a picture of daily activities and alert if anything is out of normal routine
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
TeleAlarm smoke alarm
This wireless smoke alarm links with a Lifeline and 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
Flashing door bell
Replaces traditional sound chimes with a flashing light for people who are hard of hearing
FireAngel Smoke Alarm
Connects smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms to a strobe light and vibrating pillow shaker for people who are hard of hearing
Request an assessment
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.
Lifeline digital switchover
We have begun upgrading all our lifeline units from landline connections to digital ones as part of a national switchover.
Every landline connected lifeline needs to be updated before December 2027, as your device may not be reliable after that date.
If you use O2 or Virgin broadband, which are both switching to digital by December 2025, please contact our Assistive Technology team by calling 01536 805888 or emailing [email protected] so we can prioritise your upgrade. For all other customers, we will contact you by letter in the coming months.
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 02 February 2026