Daily living equipment

This information looks at what is available, and how it may help you with everyday tasks.

Parkinson’s is different for everyone and what suits one person may not suit another. Equipment can also be expensive and is not always the answer to a person’s needs.

Always get advice from an occupational therapist if you think a piece of equipment may be helpful. A physiotherapist, speech and language therapist or Parkinson’s nurse may also be able to recommend something based on your needs.

Getting around:

Grab rails and handrails for stairs or walls

Walking sticks

Walking frames

Manual wheelchairs

Personal care:

Bathing and showering

Using the toilet

Getting in and out of bed

Managing medicines

Eating and drinking

Personal emergency alarms and monitors

Useful contacts

There are several organisations that can provide more information about daily living equipment that may help people with Parkinson’s. Find further details at the link below.

Useful contacts for daily living equipment