Directory of daily living equipment and technology

Find equipment and technology that can help with everyday tasks

Browse equipment and technology that can help with everyday tasks, improve safety and support independent living at home.

If you're not sure what equipment may help, try our quick AskSARA self-assessment for personalised recommendations.

Once you've identified the type of equipment you need, you can compare products online or search Staffordshire Connects for local retailers.


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Looking for information from the former Happy at Home equipment directory? The equipment information previously available through Happy at Home can now be found in this directory.

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.

Home phones

Includes easy to use home phones with assistive features.

Insoles and laces

Includes insoles that provide foot support and comfort. Plus elastic and no-tie shoe laces.

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.

Jigsaws

These jigsaws have larger than average pieces.

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.

Kitchen appliances

Includes adapted kitchen appliances, such as talking microwaves and hobs. Plus cooker guards that detect if the cooker has been left on or gets too hot.

Kneeling stools

This section includes a range of kneeling and seating equipment that can assist you while doing jobs in the garden.

Labelling

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