Equipment, living aids and technology

If you have Parkinson's, you may find it more difficult to carry out everyday tasks. There's a variety of equipment available to help you to continue with tasks and activities more easily.

This section looks at what is available, and how it may help you. It also covers details of how to get the equipment and what funding options are available to pay for it.

Parkinson’s is different for everyone 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.

Bedroom

Raisers, beds, hoists and sheets can make getting in and out of bed easier.

Daily living

Different types of equipment for everyday use.

Eating and drinking

Equipment that makes it easier to eat, drink and prepare food.

Getting around

Things like rails, frames and chairs make it easier to support yourself, balance and move around.

Medication management

Handy ways to manage medication timing, dispense tablets and cut pills.

Personal care

Bathing, showering and using the toilet can be made easier with specialist equipment.

Apps, devices and technology

Better ways to use computers, tablets, apps and smartphones.

Useful contacts

Useful contacts for daily living equipment.

How to choose equipment

Advice on trying out living aids, funding and VAT.