Daily living equipment
If you have Parkinson's, you may find it more difficult to carry out everyday tasks. There is a variety of equipment that is available to help you to continue with tasks and activities more easily.
This information looks at what is available, and how it may help you with everyday tasks. It also covers details of how to get the equipment and what funding options are available to pay for it.
Getting the right equipment for you
Parkinson’s affects everyone differently 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.
If your Parkinson’s symptoms affect your ability to move around, there is a range of equipment available that you may find helpful.
Looking after your personal hygiene or going to the toilet when you have Parkinson's can be difficult, depending on your symptoms. Specialist equipment can help make these self-care tasks easier.
If you find getting in and out of bed difficult, there is a range of equipment available to help you and your carer, if you have one.
Some people with Parkinson’s have a complicated drug regime, taking a number of different medications at different times of day. It can be helpful to use medication management gadgets.
If you find it difficult to drink or to prepare and eat meals, it's worth considering specialist items that could help.
Some people with Parkinson’s find that they have difficulties with communication, including their speech and writing. But technology can make this easier.
Carrying a personal alarm is useful if you experience falls. It also gives your partner or other family members peace of mind if they are concerned about you when you are alone.
There are lots of organisations that can provide more information about daily living equipment that may help people with Parkinson's.
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