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Quick guide to the Easi-Grip Long Handle Garden Fork

September 2, 2013

Manage At Home is helping those who struggle to get out into the garden with their Easi-Grip Long Handle Garden Fork. The long handled fork is a great way to help people who find it difficult to bend whilst gardening. The fork features an ergonomic angled handle which relieves any strain on the hand or wrist due to the fact that it keeps them in the most natural position whilst out in the garden. Designed to be able to be used from a seated position the Easi-Grip Long handled Garden Fork allows you to extend your reach thanks to it…

Review of the Etac Swift Commode Daily Living Aid

August 15, 2013

This fabulous daily living aid is stylish in design and a 4-in-1 multi-functional commode chair. The Etac Swift Commode is so versatile it can be used as a shower chair, the back and armrest can be removed to make a stool design and it can be used as a freestanding toilet seat raiser with the padding the commode is comfortable to use when dressing and undressing. This being a multi-functional piece of equipment resolves issues of clutter hence providing more space. When in use as a commode it has the benefit of having a pan lid lock system when handle in an…

Guest Post Published on The Care Company

July 24, 2013

We have just had an article published on Cindy Laverty’s website, The Care Company.

Review of the Rollator with Comfort Seat and Bag

July 22, 2013

Manage At Home’s convenient Rollator with comfort seat and bag is ideal for users who require a seat frequently. The four wheeled rollator is a very useful mobility aid due to its comfort and convenience thanks to its extra padded seat for when a seat is required. The rollator is ideal for use indoor and out and has arthritic hand grips and a friendly loop brake system. With optimum stability due to its four solid tyres the rollator is produced from lightweight aluminium and is easily fold able for convenience and storage. It also comes with an extra padded seat…

What products qualify for VAT relief for the disabled?

July 18, 2013

If you have a long-term illness or are disabled, the government permits tax relief on selected products and services in order to help this demographic achieve the independence that others do in their daily lives. So what exactly does this include? VAT Relief products are available exclusively to those who are deemed chronically sick or disabled and are of use for personal and domestic use only. It’s important to remember that this does not include those who may be elderly but are otherwise able. According to the HM Revenue and Customs, goods and services that can be bought without paying…

Three Useful Outdoor Mobility Aids

July 4, 2013

Taking a walk to your local supermarket or enjoying a leisurely stroll is something that most people take for granted. However, for some people the idea of getting out and about can prove to be a challenging concept, especially if they’re suffering from mobility issues. Here at Manage At Home, we have a range of outdoor mobility aid products to help elderly or disabled people retrieve their independence and mobility in the outdoors. We have collected three useful products that can help with mobility outdoors. Quad Cane Walking Stick The Quad Cane Walking stick is a great option for elderly people…

The Importance of a Daily Routine in Caregiving

June 28, 2013

We learn young that routines can be very important. Just think back to your days of infancy and recall those dependable moments, when you just knew mom was going to feed you or bathe you. Too far back? Truth is, few of us can remember life before five years of age and the older we get, the harder it is to think back even to that. Life seems to form in layers, almost like the rings of a great tree when counting back becomes ponderous the longer we live. That the memory is clear or not isn’t exactly the point;…

Mobility Aid Help: How to Fit a Seat Cushion

June 20, 2013

The majority of seat cushions from Manage At Home will fit most car seats, home or office chairs. It is always best to take the measurements of your chair and the seat cushion to ensure they are the relevant size.

How to adapt your home to prevent falls

June 18, 2013

This week is Falls Awareness Week (17th – 21st June 2013) and according to Age UK, a third of over 65s will fall every year.

With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at what changes could be made around the home in order to reduce this number and make the home a safer place to spend the later years.

The Benefits of Bath Lift in the Home

June 6, 2013

When faced with the issue of daily bathing and hygiene, for people with a disability or the elderly, it can cause distress and discomfort due to a lack of independence and privacy. As a result of this, a large majority of people choose to invest in a bath lift for their home. What is a bath lift? The majority of bath lifts are a simple a seat which is securely fitted into the bath. When the bath lift is raised into an upright position, it should become level with the top of the bath. The reason for this is so…