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These engaging and concise demonstrations highlight key ways to assist with specialist bathing so that client dignity and care is maximised. They also outline techniques to improve bather moving and handling so risks are minimised for carers. Each four hour session is focussed on providing a relaxed yet informative atmosphere and includes complimentary lunch and refreshments. Presented by senior product specialists, these practical workshops include hands-on experience of Abacus’ proven bath and accessories range. Abacus works closely with healthcare professionals to deliver fully integrated accessible bathrooms. This proven experience and understanding of OT and wide ranging end user needs, are reflected throughout every presentation. The Abacus demonstrator will be able to answer many questions regarding task, bather and product suitability for a variety of care settings. Abacus ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions can be held anywhere in the UK at a location of your choice. They ...

Abacus Healthcare will be demonstrating its popular hi-lo baths at the new  Kidz-to-Adultz-Wales  exhibition and offering the chance to win a large cuddly toy bear. Thursday 7th July 2016, House of Sport, Cardiff, CF11 8AZ. 9.30am – 4.30pm. Stand D4. ​ Abacus Healthcare provides power-assisted baths that include variable height, bather transfer seats and are compatible with a range of postural supports. These specialist  hi-lo baths  provide greater care and comfort for disabled children and young adults when bathing whilst eliminating manual lifting and lowering for carers and parents. Kidz-to-Adultz-Wales is a new event in the successful series of Kidz exhibitions organised by Disabled Living. These friendly and informative events provide a free opportunity for parents, families and carers to test and compare the latest products and services for disabled children. ​ On stand D4, demonstrations of the  Aquanova Gemini  will be available so visitors can ...

Thanks to a next generation Abacus bath Norma Beaumont can continue to bathe her 31-year-old daughter who lives with physical and mental disabilities. Lucy Beaumont, aged 31 is a delightful disabled adult who lives with her mother in Swanley, Kent. Lucy lives with undiagnosed physical and mental disabilities that were probably caused by a developmental brain defect before birth. Lucy is able to tentatively walk with carer support however has limited mobility and cognitive abilities, no speech and requires care 24/7. During the week Lucy attends the Gravesend Community Day Service Centre which allows her mother, Norma, to work part-time. Apart from these weekday visits Norma cares for her daughter at home which is an uncommon situation bearing in mind Lucy’s age. This is possible by ownership of only one piece of specialist equipment – a  power-adjustable assistive bath from Abacus Healthcare. The variable height bath with integrated platform which Norma uses is the second Pisc...

Designed to meet the needs of larger and taller bathers, the Scorpio 1800 disabled bath provides superior levels of comfort as it is wider, deeper and longer than a standard bath. It is a height adjustable bath, ensuring a safe and comfortable working level for carers to reduce the risk of injury or back strain. The Scorpio 1800 incorporates a powered seat that transfers the bather in and out of the bath in a smooth and controlled manner. There is the option for this seat to be detachable and compatible with a wheeled frame – providing a completely detachable transit chair for onward transfers around the bathroom or beyond. The Scorpio has a 150kg safe lifting weight and is available with a range of taps, shower units, LED lighting and whirlpool options. THE CHALLENGES Paul Worthington, 17 from Gravesend in Kent, is a lively and positive teenager who lives with complex disabilities resulting from Sjögren–Larsson syndrome (SLS). SLS is a very rare condition which causes a var...

Gainsborough Specialist Bathing has introduced a brand new range of assistive baths. As Europe’s foremost provider of specialist bathing products, Gainsborough delivers the optimum solution so that bathers can bathe safely and in complete comfort in residential care and hospital environments. Launched at the Care & Dementia Show, the latest range of baths promise to deliver impressive clinical and operational advantages for care providers. Gordon Farmiloe, Managing Director of Gainsborough Specialist Bathing commented: “We were delighted to unveil our new bathing range at the Care & Dementia Show. We believe it was the perfect platform to showcase how these world-class Gainsborough products will redefine assisted bathing. These baths, along with our comprehensive maintenance and service programmes, will ensure healthcare providers have the capability to continue delivering high quality care for many years to come.” Gainsborough’s new range of baths has been designed ...

‘Personal Care’ is a free-to-attend event that provides visitors with the opportunity to see and compare the latest products to assist people with a range of disabilities. Paediatric and bariatric solutions will be on display, and this includes variable-height baths, showers, bath lifts, transfer chairs and other such aids to assist with daily hygiene. Among a list of exhibitors, Abacus Healthcare will be demonstrating its Gemini hi-lo platform bath. Read more:  http://www.abacushealthcare.co.uk/news/details/40/see-abacus-at-the...

The new Care Act is set to modernise the welfare system and bring social care legislation into the 21st century. In this exclusive article for Abacus Healthcare, Kate Sheehan, and Occupational Therapist with over 28 years of clinical experience takes a look at 'well-being', which has been made the focus of social care provision. Kate asks 'What is well-being' and how will it affect individuals and Occupational Therapists. Read more:  http://www.abacushealthcare.co.uk/ne...-is-well-being

On Thursday 19 March, Abacus will be demonstrating a number of bath models from our  Aquanova bath range   including the popular  Gemini , at Kidz-in-the-Middle at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry (Stand E17). This unique bathing solution includes an integrated, height adjustable platform suitable for bathing, drying and changing children in a safe and comfortable manner. It's variable height operation also ensures carers or parents can bathe children at a safe working height, without the need to bend or lift - reducing the risk of back injury and enhancing the overall bathing experience for all. Abacus Healthcare has been a long-standing supporter of the Kidz events and their assessors enjoy the chance to discuss individual bathing requirements face-to-face with families and carers. Plus, with the ability to try out their baths and accessories hands-on, visitors to  Kidz-in-the-Middle  can discover how their baths can make a real difference to the well-being...