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Further reading
Find out about the different home help services available and how to choose the right one to suit your needs.
We explain your options for making bathing easier – including walk-in baths, walk-in showers and wet rooms.
We explain the options for getting a wheelchair, from the NHS service and rental options to buying one privately.
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Home care near you
Use our directory to find local home care agencies anywhere across the UK.

Mobility aids
In this guide we look at the most common and useful mobility and disability aids for the elderly; from walking sticks and frames to wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

Technology to keep you safe
If you’re finding daily tasks difficult to carry out or remember to do, there are many technological aids available to help make later life easier.

Home adaptations
Our guide explores home adaptations to help you continue to live independently, from fitting ramps, stairlifts and grab rails to bathroom adaptations.
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