Toilet surround frames are designed to fit around a toilet providing a hand-hold on either side. The height of the frame can usually be adjusted to provide the hand-holds at the most appropriate height for you (usually around elbow height). Some frames are also width adjustable. Most of these frames can be used with raised toilet seats if required. Some frames can be folded flat when not in use. This section includes toilet surround frames and rail systems. Some are designed to accommodate the size and weight of a heavier user. Some have colour contrast that may help a person with memory loss to identify the equipment. They are suitable for adults, children or both.

These provide a higher sitting position and may assist you if you have difficulty bending at the hips. However, they also present problems for people who use a wheelchair since the difference in transfer height may be too great. These chairs are either free standing or mobile and are placed/wheeled over the toilet. They have two advantages: they provide better sitting supportand they avoid the need to make awkward transfers within the confined space of a toilet compartment or bathroom. Multi-function chairs, often called sanichairs, can be used over the toilet, in the shower and as a commode. These chairs are mobile and can be attendant or self-propelled. Manual lifting should be avoided, so if the carer finds that he/she is supporting your body weight at any time during transfers, an alternative solution to transferring should be sought. These are replacement toilets that are usually mounted on wall fixings that allow the toilet to be adjusted up and down, powered via a low voltage electrical supply or water pressure. Users position their wheelchair alongside the toilet, remove the armrest and slide themselves across.

These comprise two circular discs that rotate one against another. They can be used to place the feet on when doing pivoting transfers. with a physical or mental impairment which has a long-term and substantial adverse effect upon his/her ability to carry out everyday activities;Sling hoists have a spreader bar to which slings are attached. For toileting purposes, since it is essential that the user’s bottom is kept clear of the sling, slings with an aperture or a toileting (divided leg) sling should be used. In many areas, a range of the simple aids to daily living may be available on prescription, issued by the assessor. If you receive a prescription for equipment you can take it to a local accredited retailer, which may be a local pharmacy, who will provide you with the item. You can pay extra for an alternative item, so long as it does what the specific item prescribed would do. Your choice may offer extra features, or perhaps you prefer its appearance. Toilet surround frames are metal frames that are often height adjustable to suit your requirements. They surround the toilet and provide a hand hold These replace the existing toilet and combine the features of a standard toilet with that of an automatic bidet, providing a warm water douche and a stream of warm air for drying. Bedpans are more commonly used by people who are being nursed in bed and who cannot, or should not for medical reasons, be moved out of