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.

Caring for pets

Examples of equipment to help you care for your pets. Includes equipment designed for aging pets.

Chair beds

Chair beds reduce the need of transferring from a bed to a chair or vice versa.

Chair supports

These supports have been designed to support the back and neck whilst sitting in a chair.

Cleaning equipment

This section contains equipment that has been designed to make cleaning and laundry chores easier.

Combined cushions

These seat cushions have an integral back support that has various fillings, or may just fold.

Crutches

In this section there are various examples of the different types of crutches that are available.

Cups, mugs and glasses

Includes drinking equipment that's easy to use and can minimise spillages, such as large handled mugs, insulated cups and cups with lids.

Cushion fillings

Cushions that have various designs to offer comfort and pressure relief.

Cutlery

Includes a range of adapted cutlery that can assist those with reduced grip, tremor, lack of muscle control or restricted movement.