We believe in making you more independent and having a better easier life. Making dressing easier is a great start to any morning. Some people have difficulty reaching their feet as they dress. The finer movements of the finger required putting on socks or buttons can also be difficult for people.

Making tasks easier for people is our priority.  Look at our good grips button hook which is a built-up handle made of a rubber like material and has the great feature of being flexible enough to adapt to any individual’s grip.

The metal eye can be guided through the button hole and the hooked around the button.

Pressure sores are something that a person can get when they are immobilised for any length of time and they are very uncomfortable for the person who may be suffering from them. One of the most common forms of pressure sore occurs when someone has to sit for very long periods and is not able to stand or to move their sitting position.

In these cases using a Pressure Relieving Cushions can prove to be a very effective method of preventing this unfortunate condition. Pressure sores are the result of lack of blood causing the skin to become damaged and using a Pressure Relief Cushion will help to prevent these by reducing the pressure imparted to the buttock area.

The Duoform® from SYSTAM® is an excellent product with a good record of success and comes in two sizes, and three degrees of support depending upon the weight. All of these are priced very moderately at £210.33 inclusive of VAT.

Back pain is something that most people have suffered from at some time in their lives and for some unfortunate people it is an on-going situation. We can do a lot of things the both relieve back pain and also in some cases prevent it altogether.

It is known that posture is a major cause of back problems and anything that we can do to improve our posture has to help. A top selling product that we offer is the Magic Back support. We offer this in two sizes, the small version model number BACK901 at a low cost of £16.99 and the large one which is BACK911 priced at £19.99 both inclusive of VAT.

The Magic Back Support works by allowing the user to sit back in a comfortable position and then they open a valve to allow air to be sucked into the foam core until it is comfortable for you. The Magic Back Support is lightweight and waterproof, and deflates to allow fro easy travel.

Independence is important to everyone and more so for those who are getting that bit older or have some disability and want to continue to help themselves and not depend upon others.

An area which gives concern for people falling into this category has to be getting in and out of a chair. There are a number of possible solutions to this long standing problem but one that has to be amongst the best is the lifting cushion uplift seats. This works on the simple principal of pushing the user to a semi sitting position when they move forward to attempt to stand and the cushion does the rest.

There are two models, both priced at the very affordable £116.33 including VAT, the UPMS 400 suitable for persons between 5.5 to maximum of 16.5 stones and the model 401 for people between 14 and 25 stone in weight.

Many people, with the advancement of age, find increasing difficulty in getting in and out of bed. A simple way to overcome this problem is to fit an OTS Bed Grab rail which will bring to an end the struggle, as a little support is sometimes all that is needed.

At OT Stores we offer a number of Bed Grab rails suitable for people with differing weight and also to suit varying styles of bed. One of the most popular is the Easyleaver bed grab rail Standard model reference EASY217 which is priced at £52.86 which includes VAT, has a maximum user weight of 17 stone, and can be used for divan beds, single, double, as well as kingsize beds.

The Bed Grab Rail gives support and assists the user to get in and out of bed, helps when rising from a lying position also helping when standing by the bed whilst you are dressing. The EASY217 can be easily dismantled for use when away, or visiting relatives.

A major area of difficulty found by many people as they advance with age, or have become disabled is the task of bathing. For many, showering is the preferred option, adjustments can be made to access to the shower area for the elderly person to get in and out of the shower.

Resting whilst in the shower is important and the addition of a shower stool is a simple way to help, the Kjaerulff model KJAE600 shower stool fits the bill in very many ways. The height of the shower stool is adjustable and the product is of the highest quality. Made from polyurethane, it is slip resistant and the user will find that the seat is softer to use and much more comfortable than plastic usually found is some others. The slatted seat is removable making this easy to clean and water drains through it readily. Additions sold separately include a backrest which gives additional support and added comfort for the user.

Not everyone has use of a car to go shopping and many prefer not to, but prefer taking exercise and walk to and from the shops. Carrying back a heavy shopping load from a mornings shop is difficult for most, but if you are impaired through natural ageing, it can be a mountain to climb.

Help is at hand with the range of Shopping Trolleys from OT Stores all of which have been designed to answer your individual shopping needs. Looking at one of the most popular the SHOP100 Stair and Kerb climber Trolley, which is really easy to use and will climb both steps and kerbs easily. The bag is large and has pockets to the front and back, as well as an internal one too. The bag is secured at the top with a drawstring. The price of the SHOP 100 is at a low price of only £24.99 which includes VAT.

When looking to buy an adjustable bed it is important that the product you receive is of the highest quality. We supply adjustable beds that have pressure relieving mattresses.  Therapists use Bakare because they know how important it is to have quality in the homes of people looking to live more independently. Nurses and carers help many people in their homes who have problems with mobility they need beds that are easy to adjust in terms of height and are non-restraining.

The Volker 3080 adjustable bed  from Bakare has a whole host of features that make it one of the best care beds available today. It is important with care beds that they also look beautiful in appearance. This care bed will look good in any room of your house and is so well designed that it may well become a feature.

The standard features of the bed incorporate special comfort positioning. The bed is height adjustable and comes with an electronic braking system for high levels of safety. Anti-stomach compression is the ultimate in comfort and comes with this bed as does four section profiling and a micro stimulation system.

There are all sorts of products available today to help you in the kitchen. Some kitchen tasks people may find difficult such as opening jars or simply holding cutlery. One of the best gifts you can give someone is their independence so we provide everything from can openers to drinking aids, jar and bottle openers.

Tableware and trays are another great way to gain back independence and make life in and around the kitchen much easier.

Looking at our cutlery/utensils  on offer the good grips cutlery set is ideal for anyone who has quite a weak or limited grip. The flexible ribbing makes sure that this product won’t slip out of your hands even if it is wet.

The features include a spoon or fork stem that can be bent to any angle and is suitable for left or right handed use. The great design of the rocker knife means that you only require minimal strength when using it for cutting. This range is also dishwasher safe and you can purchase any of these pieces individually.

Winter is already with us and everyone knows just how important it is to keep your feet warm.Our selection of Cosyfeet slippers are an ideal solution this winter and are amongst the roomiest form of footwear you can buy. The Cosyfeet slippers we offer are wide and an ideal companion for anyone suffering with swollen feet,bunions or toe problems.

You may for example have a bandage on your foot and yet need the added comfort of slippers, Cosyfeet are the answer. Some people stuggle to get their footwear on and off, fortunately Cosyfeet are highly adjustable and easy to put on.

We supply both men’s and women’s slippers.