Sportaid is an internet based company providing assistive devices to people with difficulties in mobility. They provide sporting equipment both for competitive or social sports and also exercise equipment utilised at home. Apart from this, there are also many products which help facilitate activities of daily living which can increase independence and the quality of life for those living with a mobility impairment.
A guide for people with access difficulties to make the most of their gardens and outdoors living areas. This publication looks at the practical actions people can take to make their backyard and outdoor areas an enjoyable and accessible place for all members of their family and extended social circle. This publications also includes a brief review of various products and services that may assist with the modification of the outdoor living environment.
A site showcasing products for people with varying physical abilities and impariments in various settings focusing on universal design.
The NSW Home Modification and Maintenance Services (HMMS) State Council is the peak organisation for the HMMS industry in New South Wales.
The adaptive access website has information regarding wheelchair accessible home construction, handicapped home modifications and remodelling. Based in Huston, Texas, the site provides information on wheelchair accessible house plans, home modifications, bathroom remodelling, accessible doors, offset hinges, accessible kitchens, grabbars and accessible closets.
This bulletin discusses the importance of controlling water delivery temperature. It looks at maintaining water storage temperatures to reduce the risk of microbial growth and limiting the water delivery temperature to reduce the risk of scalding and thermal shock. It assists in the selection of the most appropriate control device in different situations.
This bulletin tackles the issues around prescribing home modifications for children. It lists the significant Australian Standards to consider, factors relevant to carers, anthropometric considerations and adjustable products and supplier details.
This bulletin discusses the considerations for fire safety within the home and specifically addresses egress concerns for people with disabilities. It provides information on evacuation planning, automatic door closers and openers along with other safety products. It has a checklist for therapists and supplier contacts.
The aim of this bulletin is to create an awareness of the issues surrounding electrical safety, particularly in bathrooms which have a hand-held shower hose in place. It discusses bathroom zoning, safety switches, weatherproofing products and contact people for safer bathroom modifications.
This factsheet supports design decisions relating to grabrail diameters.
