Pressure ulcers are a very real risk for people requiring long-term bed rest, and a mattress should deliver uncompromising quality to reduce that risk. Invacare mattresses offer premium and premier mattresses combining innovative design, excellent pressure redistribution, and a high level of comfort and support. With durability and cost effectiveness a predominant feature of Invacare […]

Many people wish to maintain an active lifestyle, but may encounter problems, pain or fatigue when walking outdoors.   Difficulty walking the distances between public places and home, transport or parking facilities may lead to loss of independence and difficulty engaging in favourite activities.  Those who have stopped driving also sometimes experience new difficulties going […]

Working as a carer can be very rewarding. It can also be hard work, with a lot of lifting bed-bound patients, which can take its toll on everyone involved. ‘Soft Tilt’ is an automated system that repositions people in their bed automatically with six major benefits that could transform the level of care in your […]

The Action 3 wheelchair is one of Invacare’s most popular chairs. An optimized design and improved functionalities make it an exciting addition to the Action family of wheelchairs. And cross-compatibility with other Invacare wheelchair parts makes the process of improving or refurbishing the chair even faster than usual. Functionality, durability, and portability are three areas […]

Have you been diagnosed with Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction? Do you suffer from Sacroiliac Joint pain? If the answer to these questions is yes then it is likely you are willing to consider all available treatment options-one of which is wearing a Sacroiliac belt. There are so many versions available to purchase on the market but […]

Bath aids are an important consideration for all those finding it difficult to get in/out of the bath or where doing so increases risk, particularly of falls.   Often people start considering devices to support bathing following a mechanical fall or when increased frailty raises concerns about being unable to get out of the bath. […]

Beds are for resting. But who can rest if they are not comfortable? The Invacare SB 755 Bed is designed to combine comfort, ease of handling and safety. Ideal for community care environments, it is also perfect for domestic, in-home use as well. This bed offers ideal seating positioning, to reduce shear and friction. It […]

There are recruitment agencies and third sector bodies who may know about jobs, or government schemes that will find you employment. We’ve also listed them by country, and there a few Europe wide resources at the end too.  Denmark BM Handicap. This website has a bundle of great resources including a wage subsidy scheme for […]

When choosing an accessible holiday destination, it’s easy to forget the importance of actually getting there. There have been many times when excitement has overcome us and we’ve set out to visit a museum, gallery or other attraction without doing the necessary research in advance, only to find that arriving there will take most of […]

Okay, so you’ve got the job and you’re well into the swing of working life. But what happens if the circumstances of your disability change? How can you appropriately deal with these changes and still ensure that you retain your job that you’ve worked so hard to get? 1. Maintain full disclosure with your manager […]