There is a range of equipment available to help maintain your independence in completing personal hygiene tasks. From daily living aids and perching stools to grab rails and adaptations there are a lot of options available to you.
Equipment can be privately purchased from a wide range of retailers both online and on the high street. If you feel that you need further information or advice, please contact William Merritt Centre for impartial and professional advice and assessment, or call Adult Social Care on 0113 222 4401 to make a referral for assessment with the Leeds Equipment Service.
Flood detector
A flood detector is a wireless, indoor sensor which gives an early warning of potential flooding in the home. This sensor is usually mounted on the skirting board close to a sink or bath and when it detects water on the floor it can either alert a carer or a 24-hour response sensor. These sensors can be obtained as part of a Leeds Telecare package or privately.
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Flood detector
The Flood Detector will alert when it detects water (i.e an overflow from a sink or a bath-tub)
Benefits
Helps to protect the user’s property and provides reassurance to care givers by connecting to a monitored contact centre.
The contact centre will follow an agreed plan and alert contacts so a carer or nominated person can be notified.
Needs to detect a significant amount of water to trigger an alert.
Things to consider
depending on the layout and size of your bathroom multiple units may be required.