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There is a range of equipment available to help us feel confident in the kitchen. From kettle tippers and walkers with frames to help prevent hot spills to bread boards and knives to help avoid accidents with sharp knives 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 call Adult Social Care on 0113 2224401 to make a referral.  Someone will call you back to discuss the difficulties you are having and if necessary, arrange for an assessment when equipment may be provided to you, from Leeds Equipment Service, free of charge. 

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Smart home monitoring

Smart technology can help you live safely and independently at home by keeping you connected to family and carers.  Smart technology can learn routines and alert contacts to any potential problems. Smart home monitoring can include movement sensors and smart plugs which are linked to virtual assistant technology such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assist. 

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Access digital toolkits and support from Digital Inclusion Leeds

Benefits

Some systems incorporate cameras, providing an in-the-moment of view of how a loved one is doing. 

Some systems do not require a landline. 

May be a more affordable option in the long term than a 24-hour call centre.

Things to consider

Some systems require a reliable broadband and Wi-Fi connection.

There won't necessarily be someone on hand to respond to an emergency all day every day.