Independent Living Aids

a woman sat on a chair and using a dressing aid

Handy Dressing Aids: Socks, Shoes, and Zippers Made Easy

September 02, 2025 - by Joanne Ford

Today we take a look at some handy dressing aids that bring a bit of ease, comfort and good old-fashioned common sense back to getting ready in the morning.

OT helping a customer with kitchen aids

Kitchen Aids for Arthritic Hands: Cutlery and Tools

March 18, 2025 - by Joanne Ford
At CareCo we are proud to supply a variety of arthritic kitchen aids to make life that little bit easier for those living with conditions like arthritis.
woman sitting in a chair with a lap tray

5 Handy Daily Living Aids

October 01, 2024 - by Craig Kennedy

If you suffer from limited mobility, arthritis, or limited dexterity, some of the more simple tasks that a lot of us take for granted can actually become quite difficult and intimidating. With that in mind, we thought we would draw your attention to some of the fantastic daily living aids that w...

Dressing Aids: How to Put on Socks and Shoes Independently

Dressing Aids: How to Put on Socks and Shoes Independently

September 05, 2024 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones

Let’s look at some equipment. Sock Aids are designed to help keep the socks open whilst on the floor so you can simply slide your foot in without the need to lift your leg. I say ‘simply’, but it’s fair to say there is generally an amount of practice needed with these items. It will either work beautifully or it won’t work for you at all – it varies from person to person!

Transfer Techniques: Moving Safely At Home

Transfer Techniques: Moving Safely At Home

September 04, 2024 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones

The independence you gain from being safely mobile, with or without a walking aid, brings a significant level of freedom; the freedom to choose where you want to meet friends, how far you want to travel or when to pop to the shops. It can frequently also be a deciding factor in whether you need the help of a carer at home.

Making Meal Prep Easier - OT Advice

Making Meal Prep Easier - OT Advice

August 19, 2024 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones

Shelter, food, water and rest – the basics we need as humans to survive. However, nutrition, taste and variety add the next level to meal preparations, allowing us to personalise food to our needs and our preferences.

Extend Your Mobility With Quality Joint Support

Extend Your Mobility With Quality Joint Support

June 21, 2022 - by Jon Wade
The two most important joints to keep mobile and strong are the knees and ankles, as these support your whole body and are vital for walking mobility. As soon as these weaken, we tend to reduce activity levels dramatically, and this creates a downward spiral of reduced mobility.
NHS recommended daily living aids

NHS Recommended Daily Living Aids

May 19, 2022 - by Jon Wade
Daily living aids make the world of difference to an individual’s day to day life, and can be the crucial factor when it comes to living independently, without being reliant on the assistance of others.
woman sitting on a folding bench and doing some gardening

Don't Let Your Age and Mobility Stop You From Gardening!

March 03, 2022 - by Will Harrison

Spring is a great time to get outside and get your hands stuck into nature; the increased daylight and – hopefully – sunshine and warmth are great mood boosters, and will help you shake off winter's chill.

kitchen aids in a kitchen

How I Adapt My Non-Adaptive Kitchen

February 25, 2022 - by Pippa Stacey
Today, I thought I’d use that same approach and share how I’ve adapted my kitchen too.
winter mobility aids

How to Stay Active With CareCo Winter Mobility Aids

December 02, 2021 - by Will Harrison
January is the month that most of us aim to live a healthier lifestyle, but how can CareCo winter mobility aids help you get out and about?
Autumn woodland scene with vibrant yellow leaves

Stay Warm and Dry Outside and Indoors This Autumn

September 02, 2020 - by Will Harrison
As summer comes to a close and autumn approaches these products available at CarceCo can solve your seasonal mobility needs.
Handy mobility aids 2026

Handy Mobility Products To Make Life a Little Easier

December 20, 2019 - by Jon Wade
We bring hundreds of new mobility products to the market every year and it can be hard to keep up with everything we have to offer, so today we're looking at some of the newest products that are designed to make life a little easier and more comfortable.
elderly man sat at table with book, looking through magnifying glass

Help For Those Struggling To Read - Magnifying Glasses

October 04, 2019 - by Jon Wade
If you find it increasingly hard to read we have several simple solutions. The humble magnifying glass is a great help, and whether you are reading small print on a medicine jar or wish to read an old favourite book, or just need a hand with some fiddly tasks such as sewing or mending a delicate item, a magnifying glass will help. We stock five different magnifiers that each help with different...
man using grab bars by front door of home

Five Tips to Make Your Home More Mobility Accessible

July 24, 2019 - by Natasha Bruce-Jones
We often talk about the big-ticket mobility accessories we provide at CareCo. However, smaller adjustments can be made to make your home more accessible.
couple organising pills into a weekly reminder box

Never Forget To Take Your Medicine With These Handy Weekly Pill Organisers

June 26, 2019 - by Jon Wade
As we get older and battle more medical conditions, we find that we have more and more pills to take throughout the week. Remembering to take one pill can be hard enough, but if you have multiple pills that need to be taken at different times on different days, it can be a real challenge to remember what you've already had and what you need to take. For those that are suffering memory problems,...
dementia week

Helping People With Memory Problems Stay Independent

May 22, 2019 - by Jon Wade
Dementia suffers can become very vulnerable, the following CareCo dementia aids are designed to help patients continue to enjoy independent living.
spring time picnic

Mobility Aids To Help You Enjoy The Perfect Springtime Picnic

April 26, 2019 - by Will Harrison
If you have mobility difficulties springtime picnics can often seem like an obstacle rather than a source of enjoyment, but these mobility accessories can help.
nurse using hoist to move patient to bed

Care Home Supplies and Furniture

March 19, 2019 - by Jon Wade
CareCo has a wide range of goods that support nursing homes and professional carers. Whether you run a care home or provide home care services, these products will make your patients more comfortable and your work easier. Profiling and Care Beds Our profiling and care beds are built to the highest standards and will provide residents of your care home with superior comfort, while also making ...
furniture protection

How To Protect Your Bed & Chair from Wetting

April 27, 2018 - by Will Harrison
Furniture has to endure a lot. To help keep your more valuable possessions in top condition here are some furniture protection products available at CareCo.