Buying assistive technology
Buying your own items
You can purchase your own assistive technology items without having a social care assessment, which is a more timely process.
If you're not sure what gadgets are available and how they could help, you can assess yourself for equipment online at AskSARA Warwickshire. It is an easy to use website which starts off with the area you may need some help with. There is useful advice and pointers and explanations about how some of these gadgets work.
There are some assistive technology suppliers that offer rental, or a try before you buy scheme. AskSARA Warwickshire is a website that will give you advice and information around assistive technology that may be suitable and various self-purchase options. You can access a Lifeline, or community alarm service through your local district or borough council. Some of the more local services may have a responder service which may be beneficial if there is a distance between yourself and family (this varies depending on your locality).