Assistireland.ie contains information on daily living aids, mobility aids and assistive technology. It includes a directory of products available from suppliers for people with disabilities and older people. Assist Ireland is provided by the Citizens Information Board.
Blind and Low Vision
Braille equipment, magnifiers...
Building Environment
Stairlifts, ramps, grab rails...
Car and Vehicle Adaptations
Wheelchair hoists, car seats...
Clothing
Dressing aids, pressure garments...
Communication
Writing aids, telephones...
Computers
Mice alternatives, screen readers...
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Sign language resources, amplifiers...
Eating and Drinking
Cutlery holders, drink systems...
Footwear
Orthopaedic shoes, wide shoes, insoles...
Handling and Lifting
Hoists, transfer aids, turning discs...
Healthcare Products
Exercise equipment, pill organisers...
Home Furniture and Fittings
Beds, environmental controls...
Housekeeping
Aids for cooking, laundry, cleaning...
Orthoses
Knee supports, splints, slings...
Personal Alarms
Pendant alarms, falls detection...
Personal Care
Bath aids, shower seats, toileting...
Recreation/Leisure/Sports
Games, garden tools, crafts...
Seating and Accessories
Riser and recliner chairs, cushions...
Walking/Standing Devices
Rollators, walking sticks and frames...
Wheeled Mobility
Scooters, wheelchairs...
Workplace
Desks, keyguards, trolleys...
What's New
NDA Conference 2016
The National Disability Authority is holding its annual conference on 11 October at Croke Park Conference Centre. The conference is entitled “Ordinary Homes, Ordinary Places: planning, designing and building supportive communities for people with disabilities”. The conference is free but you need to register in advance. For more information or to register see www.nda.ie
Posted on 26 September 2016
Positive Ageing Week 2016
Positive Ageing Week takes place from 26 September to 2 October 2016. The festival celebrates the contribution older people make in their communities and aims to transform attitudes towards older people and ageing. There is a diverse range of activities available throughout the country over the week. For more information or to register for an event see ageaction.ie.
Posted on 20 September 2016
Cork Autism Conference 2016
The Health Zone is hosting an Autism conference entitled “Autism: a practical and holistic approach” on 9 October in Oriel House Hotel, Ballincollig, Cork. The conference includes talks on behavioural approaches to autism, digestive function and restoration in autism, optimum nutrition for common autism symptoms and behaviours and communication needs and sensory issues. For more information or to book see bookwhen.com/corkautism
Posted on 22 August 2016
