I know people who have actually taken jars back to the supermarket because the they could not get the lid off.

There are a number of jar opening gizmos available, including electrical devices, but I only know of one that allows you to open a container with only one hand. And there are a lot of people around who have only one good strong hand. Auntie Mary’s arthritis stops her from gripping things like she used to, and Peter’s stroke has severely weakened all his right side.

How the Dignity Commode can restore independence and dignity.
The Dignity Commode is a portable self-contained bidet commode; a toilet seat with a controlled warm water jet spray to clean, and warm air to dry afterwards. This is attached to a hygienic plastic and steel chair with an integral clean water reservoir, which is simply filled by hand from the nearest tap - no permanent installation required.

The couple who built the Derby-based family business Gordon Ellis & Co into the successful home healthcare company it is today have been awarded with a Lifetime Service Award by the British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA). Bill and Elaine Ellis were presented with the award by broadcaster Angela Rippon at a ceremony at the House of Commons.