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There is no single way to grow older—and no single picture of what ageing at home should look like. Each person has their own routines, interests and priorities. International Day of Older Persons on 1 October is an opportunity to look beyond assumptions about ageing...
A home that supports the way you live
For International Day of Older Persons, Q-assist shares practical ways to help your home continue supporting the life you choose — your home, your routines, your way.
How to choose the right toilet aid for safer, more independent toileting at home
Most of us don’t think twice about using the toilet—until something as simple as sitting down or standing back up starts to feel difficult. Whether it’s recovering from surgery, living with arthritis, reduced balance or simply finding everyday movements take a little...
A home that supports the way you live
There is no single way to grow older—and no single picture of what ageing at home should look like. Each person has their own routines, interests and priorities. International Day of Older Persons on 1 October is an opportunity to look beyond assumptions about ageing...
How to choose the right toilet aid for safer, more independent toileting at home
Most of us don’t think twice about using the toilet—until something as simple as sitting down or standing back up starts to feel difficult. Whether it’s recovering from surgery, living with arthritis, reduced balance or simply finding everyday movements take a little...
Making everyday places more accessible: How to choose the right wheelchair ramp
A single step at your front door. A raised sliding door track. The entrance to a favourite café or a family member’s home. Small changes in height can become everyday barriers, making it harder to move freely between the places that are part of everyday life. The...
What Occupational Therapists told us about home accessibility in 2026
Occupational therapists play an important role in helping people remain safe, independent and confident at home. To better understand the challenges they face, we invited occupational therapists attending OT Exchange Brisbane 2026 (OTX 2026) – Occupational Therapy...
How to choose the right shower chair for safer, more comfortable showering
For many people, showering is a routine part of everyday life. However, reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovering from surgery or age-related changes can make standing in the shower more difficult over time. A shower chair provides a stable, supportive seat that...
Safe showering with a shower over a bath: Choosing the right mobility aid
Many Australian homes have a shower installed over the bath. It’s a practical way to save space while offering the flexibility of both a shower and a bath. However, for people living with reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovery from surgery or age-related...
Making everyday places more accessible: How to choose the right wheelchair ramp
A single step at your front door. A raised sliding door track. The entrance to a favourite café or a family member’s home. Small changes in height can become everyday barriers, making it harder to move freely between the places that are part of everyday life. The...
What Occupational Therapists told us about home accessibility in 2026
Occupational therapists play an important role in helping people remain safe, independent and confident at home. To better understand the challenges they face, we invited occupational therapists attending OT Exchange Brisbane 2026 (OTX 2026) – Occupational Therapy...
How to choose the right shower chair for safer, more comfortable showering
For many people, showering is a routine part of everyday life. However, reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovering from surgery or age-related changes can make standing in the shower more difficult over time. A shower chair provides a stable, supportive seat that...
Safe showering with a shower over a bath: Choosing the right mobility aid
Many Australian homes have a shower installed over the bath. It’s a practical way to save space while offering the flexibility of both a shower and a bath. However, for people living with reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovery from surgery or age-related...
A home that supports the way you live
There is no single way to grow older—and no single picture of what ageing at home should look like. Each person has their own routines, interests and priorities. International Day of Older Persons on 1 October is an opportunity to look beyond assumptions about ageing...
How to choose the right toilet aid for safer, more independent toileting at home
Most of us don’t think twice about using the toilet—until something as simple as sitting down or standing back up starts to feel difficult. Whether it’s recovering from surgery, living with arthritis, reduced balance or simply finding everyday movements take a little...
Making everyday places more accessible: How to choose the right wheelchair ramp
A single step at your front door. A raised sliding door track. The entrance to a favourite café or a family member’s home. Small changes in height can become everyday barriers, making it harder to move freely between the places that are part of everyday life. The...
What Occupational Therapists told us about home accessibility in 2026
Occupational therapists play an important role in helping people remain safe, independent and confident at home. To better understand the challenges they face, we invited occupational therapists attending OT Exchange Brisbane 2026 (OTX 2026) – Occupational Therapy...
How to choose the right shower chair for safer, more comfortable showering
For many people, showering is a routine part of everyday life. However, reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovering from surgery or age-related changes can make standing in the shower more difficult over time. A shower chair provides a stable, supportive seat that...
Safe showering with a shower over a bath: Choosing the right mobility aid
Many Australian homes have a shower installed over the bath. It’s a practical way to save space while offering the flexibility of both a shower and a bath. However, for people living with reduced mobility, balance concerns, recovery from surgery or age-related...