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Choosing children's beds and bed accessories


Many bed-related difficulties experienced by children are similar to those experienced by adults.

If you are using adult equipment for your child, remember to check the dimensions of any standard adult equipment as some models may not provide sufficient support, or will provide it in the wrong place.

Provision of children's bed equipment

Beds, bed equipment and nursing equipment is generally provided by community nursing services and only occasionally by occupational therapists from social services departments. Provision may include:

  • hammock supports

  • bath cushions and insert

  • bath lifts

  • grab rails.
Therefore, before making any decisions about buying equipment, it is advisable to contact a paediatric occupational therapist (OT) who will come and assess the child's daily living needs. The OT will advise on possible solutions and may be able to provide some items of equipment on loan.

If you decide to buy equipment and gadgets privately, it is best to try them out first. Arrange a visit to one of the Disabled Living Centres run by Assist UK (www.assist-uk.org) which have a range of children's equipment on display. You will also be able to receive information on what may be most suitable for you.
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