An assessment will be made of equipment which can help to improve safety and overcome barriers to independent living. Equipment can assist in the home, accessing transport and for community activities. Staying Independent can identify suitable equipment, prescribe appropriate specifications, assist with ordering, trial and personalise the equipment set-up.

Common aids for important activities include:

Bathroom

• Shower chair
• Over toilet aid
• Shower and transit commodes
• Personal hygiene equipment

Mobility

• Wheelchair
• Walking stick
• Four-wheel walker

Meals

• Built up cutlery
• Kitchen aids
• Kettle tipper
• Extender reacher
• Jar opener

Bed, chair, transport

• Hospital bed prescription
• Recliner prescription
• Pressure care equipment eg roho cushions, air mattress
• Bed rails
• Swivel seat
• Transfer board