Our Assistive Technology team set out to help one of our residents Duncan (a pseudonym) with his communication needs. Read about his Assistive Technology journey with the team below.
Our Four Pillars of Assistive Technology Success series explores the essential foundations required to transform AT from a promising concept into a real-life game‑changer. Through this video series, the AT team will unpack how strong physical infrastructure, durable funding, decisive leadership, and robust knowledge & skills transform technology implementation.
At Leonard Cheshire, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing the transformative power of assistive technology firsthand. Today, we’re excited to share the story of our most significant project at Hill House, a Leonard Cheshire adult social care site based in Cheshire.
We have made it our mission to improve accessibility and quality of life in adult social care settings, and we have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of assistive technology. This case study highlights the profound impact of tailored technology solutions on one individual's daily life, illustrating the potential for assistive technology to foster greater independence and well-being for disable adults.
Using assistive technology (AT) in social care settings can help disabled people be more independent and happy. This guide by Dr Julie Eshleman will show you how to check if a place is ready to use smart home devices, environmental controls, health technology, and other kinds of assistive technologies.