There are numerous outlets with a huge range of equipment available to help you around the house. The choice and variety can be confusing but here are a few points to consider if buying yourself:
Living Made Easy provides impartial advice about equipment to help make daily living easier.
Safe and Well is a service provided by NRS Healthcare to find out about getting equipment. The service includes:
Healthcare Pro
Healthcare Pro is the new online store from NRS Healthcare. They are a market leading and award-winning provider of products and services designed to support independent living. Their comprehensive range includes daily living aids, mobility equipment, disability equipment and therapeutic resources.
Buy Disability Aids and Mobility Equipment from NRS Healthcare
https://www.safeandwell.co.uk/kent/
Safe and Well is a service provided by NRS Healthcare to find out about getting equipment. The service includes:
The Wheelchair and Repair Service provides fully integrated wheelchair and postural management services to eligible residents of Kent and Medway on behalf of the NHS.
Telecare Services Association website
Listed organisations to identify telecare and/or telehealth services for yourself or your family, friends, or people that you provide care for.
If you're over 55, community navigators can talk to you about your options for staying safe and independent in your own home.
If you or a member of your household are disabled and require adaptations to be made to your property because of this, then you may be eligible for a disabled facilities grant.
Small home adaptations from Kent County Council
If you need small adaptations made to your home for example:
You can request a care needs assessment (also known as a community care assessment) from KCC who will tell you what can be done to help you adapt your home. There may be a charge for some equipment and adaptations.