Equipment and adaptations play a crucial role in assisting older and disabled individuals in maintaining safe and independent lives at home. Community equipment, such as pressure-relieving mattresses, hospital beds, and commodes, along with telecare products like flood detectors and motion sensors, are examples of support available. Sensory equipment like flashing doorbells and text phones is also part of this category.

Equipment and adaptation services not only improve the quality of life for individuals but also offer cost savings to local authorities and NHS Boards. Recycling community equipment for other clients in the area can lead to significant cost reductions.

For further advice and information on daily living equipment and independent living, "Living Made Easy" provides impartial guidance. "AskSARA" is a helpful tool for individuals unsure about suitable equipment, allowing them to answer questions about their needs and receive recommendations from occupational therapists regarding beneficial equipment and where to purchase it.

mygov.scot guides Scottish veterans to available mental health support, skills development, housing and other services they can access.