John Ford Group Blog: News, Case Studies & More

21 December 20220Comments

Through-Floor Lifts – Everything You Need To Know

Limited mobility, whether it develops gradually over time or suddenly, can often restrict an individual from accessing the entirety of their home. Sadly, for many individuals living with such limitations, not

by Lucinda Dawes

Advice

News

Products

14 December 20220Comments

Adapting A Bathroom? Here’s Why You Should Opt For A Wall-Hung Basin

Sinks just aren’t that interesting, are they? There, we said it. When you’re thinking about making bathroom adaptations, toilets and showers tend to come top of the list. Bathrooms aren’t the most

by Lucinda Dawes

Advice

News

7 December 20220Comments

Why It’s Crucial To Have An Asbestos Survey Before ANY Adaptation

The UK banned the use of asbestos in 1999. We all know about it, and we’ve all heard horror stories. But plenty of people still fail to get a survey done

by Lucinda Dawes

Guides

28 November 20220Comments

What Actually IS An Adapted Bathroom?

For individuals living with reduced mobility, home adaptations are the difference between feeling trapped in their own homes and going about their days independently. All areas of a house can be

by Lucinda Dawes

Advice

Products

21 November 20220Comments

A Guide To Home Lifts: What’s Out There?

Adapting a home for patients and customers with limited mobility can range from minor alterations, such as fitting handrails and half steps, to more complex and costly changes. One common major

by Lucinda Dawes

Advice

Products

14 November 20220Comments

Why A Raised Height WC Is More Accessible

Are you wondering what a raised toilet is and how it might be able to help you or someone you know? Is using the bathroom becoming more of a challenge?

by Lucinda Dawes

Products

7 November 20220Comments

Electric Vs. Valve Showers: Which Is Best For An Accessible Bathroom?

Thankfully, there are many adaptation options available nowadays. But with plenty of choices, it’s difficult to know which adaptation is most suitable! One such option is the choice between electric

by Lucinda Dawes

News

25 October 20220Comments

Home Adaptations: Why Looks Matter

It can be a challenge to find attractive-looking home adaptations. Grab rails, adjustable beds, stair lifts… you name it. Most available adaptive equipment has been manufactured with efficiency in mind, leaving

by Lucinda Dawes

Guides

18 October 20220Comments

Funding For Adaptations: Everything You Need To Know

According to the disability charity Scope, people living with a disability come up against £583 of extra monthly costs due to their impairment. (The full report makes a fascinating read;

by Lucinda Dawes

Advice

11 October 20220Comments

The Value Of An Occupational Therapist

At The John Ford Group, we know that the layout and usability of a patient or customer’s home setting play a huge role in their independence. But anyone with limited mobility

by Lucinda Dawes

« Older Articles Newer Articles »