Maintaining Modesty When You Need Support in the Bathroom
A perspective from Barry Redican at Showerbuddy Modesty is something most of us never really think about until life throws us a curveball. At Showerbuddy, we meet families and individuals...
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Maintaining Modesty When You Need Support in the Bathroom
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When a loved one resists assistive technology – next steps to take
Assistive technology makes a big difference in the lives of mobility impaired people and their family. It removes a great deal of manual exertion by carers, helping to keep everyone...
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Ways to support independence in mobility impaired family members
Mobility loss is not simply the reduction or loss of movement. It’s the loss of personal freedom, independence and sense of control. As a mobility equipment provider, we believe strongly...
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5 Ways A Shower Chair Takes Pressure Off Family Members
Supporting a loved one with their mobility challenges is something that many family members are more than happy to do. Help comes in many different forms, but it’s the physical...
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Make Bathing Easier For Disabled Children
Bath time is a favourite among many children, full of bubbles, bath toys and a relaxing soak before bed. And while safety is paramount for all children in the...
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Securing NDIS Funding For Bathroom Mobility
The NDIS or National Disability Insurance Scheme was introduced in 2013 to provide support to Australians with costs associated with managing their disabilities. This scheme funds equipment and support to...
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Toilet safety for disabilities
When living with a disability at home, toilet safety is the absolute priority. Depending on the impairment, we all have differing abilities to maneuver or support ourselves with typical movement...
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What to look for in a shower chair
So, you’re in the market for a shower chair for yourself, a loved one or perhaps you’re an Occupational Therapist on the hunt for an effective solution for your client....
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Safe Patient Handling At Home – How carer and individual work together
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only. Always consult the support plan and occupational therapist. Carers should follow health guidelines and their employer’s training in...
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How To Support Disabled Parents
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only. Always consult the support plan and occupational therapist. It can be quite a challenge for adult children when...
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Caring for Disabled Children [Tips on Navigating your Journey]
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only. Always consult with your child’s medical professionals for advice specific to your child and their needs. If you’re...
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The dangers of manual bath transfers for a disabled person
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only. Consult with your occupational therapist for more information on hazards in your own home. The recent film Adam starring Aaron...
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Tips to make bathtubs safe during a shower
The information in this article is intended as a general guide only. Consult with your occupational therapist for help with making bathing safe. Latest in our bathroom safety series is...
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