
Aids to stay independent
Type of care
This is a type of help at home service – equipment that helps keep you safe and independent.
Purpose
To help you with mobility, communication, reading, and personal care limitations.
How it could help
- Walking aids like crutches, quadruped walkers, walking frames, walking sticks
- Mechanical devices for lifting you in and out of bed
- Bed rails
- Aids like slide sheets, sheepskins, tri-pillows
- Pressure-relieving mattresses.
How would I get this service?
Depending on your eligibility, it can be provided:
- on its own, through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme, or
- with other services, as part of a Home Care Package.

What's next?
To find out what services you are eligible for, you will need to be assessed.
Apply for an assessment