Our January newsletter, with the clinical case for accessible environments for people with CP.
The clinical case for accessible environments
For people with CP, the physical layout and design of buildings can deeply affect how they move, interact and function day-to-day, particularly in essential spaces like bathrooms.
When accessibility is considered from the very start, rather than as an afterthought, it enables environments that support safety, dignity and self-reliance. Even small design choices, such as level access thresholds, clear open layouts or automated controls, can make a big difference.
Read Rachel’s story to see how accessible designed transformed the daily life for Rachel, who lives with Cerebral Palsy.
Accessible design does more than make spaces usable; it supports participation in work, education and social life .It reduces the need for carer support, mitigates the risk of falls or injury and fosters emotional wellbeing by giving individuals control over when and how they carry out everyday tasks .In short, inclusive design isn’t about meeting minimum standards, it’s about creating environments where people can live fully, comfortably and with dignity.
Click here to explore our six ways thoughtful accessibility makes a real difference
Shower chair guide – coming soon
We’re putting the finishing touches to a new clinical resource: Our Shower Chair Video Guide, which we filmed at the OT Show at the end of November. Created to support OTs, clinicians and specifiers, the guide will feature hands-on reviews of nine different chairs from three trusted suppliers.
Each review explores how compatible each model is with a Closomat, highlighting the fit and alignment, stability and comfort as well as clinical considerations to help you compare options quickly and confidently.
Whether you’re assessing complex postural needs, planning for long-term independence or simply staying up to date with the latest equipment on the market, this guide is designed to give you clear, practical insights to support informed decision-making.
To be the first to access our new shower chair guide – please register here
Webinar, webinar, webinar!!!
Building on our experience of creating and delivering 27 clinical webinars aimed at OTs, we are announcing the following:
- UTIs: the impact of toilet hygiene on health and wellbeing – March 2026
