Directory of daily living equipment and technology

Find equipment and technology that can help with everyday tasks

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Use the filters on the left to search for daily living equipment and technology.

Still not sure what equipment could be useful?  Take our two minute self-assessment using AskSARA.

As well as the online recommendations, you may prefer to visit a local shop in Staffordshire.  Take a look at Staffordshire Connects to find a range of local retailers.  We encourage you to shop around once you have found the type of item you need.

For further guidance on living independently, see live well at home.

Disclaimer

Please be mindful that Staffordshire County Council is not endorsing any particular products or companies. Some web links on this page will take you to a recommended products comparison website, where a variety of solutions, from a range of suppliers can be compared. Other suppliers may also be available, including local shops or other online stores.

Evacuation equipment

Includes equipment to provide assistance with emergency evacuation from a building.

Heating

This section includes examples of alternative radiators, radiator guards and heating remote controls.

Item locators

This section incudes fobs that flash or beep in response to a whistle or a button being pressed so to alert when an item has been misplaced or lost.

Key safes

Key safes are useful for people who struggle to get to the front door to let someone in. A copy of the door key can be locked safely in the key safe and it is up to you who is given the code to open the box.

Labelling

This section show examples of ways you can label equipment that can assist with daily living and identifying everyday items.

Lighting

This section contains alternative solutions for lighting which includes automatic lighting, remote control and wireless light switches and touch lamps.

Plugs and sockets

This section contains examples of sockets and plugs with various assistive features which include extensions, plugs with handles and grips and remote controlled sockets. It is always advisable to seek an electrician’s expertise before purchasing any electrical devices.

Ramps

Includes ramps designed to assist with access to buildings or rooms.