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All about Stairlifts and Wheelchair (Home) Lifts (IRE)

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All About Wheelchair Lifts (Home Lifts) – Ireland

DESCRIPTION

This module explores the range of lift options available for both ambulant disabled users and wheelchair users within domestic properties and other residential settings (Home Lifts). It overviews the pros and cons of both internal and external seated stairlifts, wheelchair stairlifts, platform lifts, free standing stair-climbers, flex-steps and through floor lifts. An invaluable module for occupational therapists and other adaptation professionals working with users experiencing difficulty overcoming changes in level, particularly where constraints of space preclude the possibility of ramping.

ON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, DELEGATES SHOULD:

  • Be able to assess client considerations and discuss how these can affect lift choice / design
  • Be able to discuss the range of lifts available and the pros and cons for each (including stairlifts, platform lifts, through-floor lifts, flex-steps and free-standing stairclimbers)
  • Have increased confidence specifying for both ambulant disabled users and wheelchair users
  • Understand how to measure up both staircases and disabled clients for potential stair lifts
  • Have received a copy of the Viva Access Lift Design Brief and understand how to use it
  • Be familiar with issues relating to lifts and means of escape
  • Have explored some potential liability issues relating to lift maintenance, warranties, client reviews and giving of informed consent

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued (3 CPD hours)
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: presentations, case studies, desktop exercises, demonstration videos, discussions, breakout rooms and Q&As with trainers.

Ramping for Wheelchair Users: Level 2 (IRE)

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Ramps for Wheelchair Users: Level 2 (Ireland)

DESCRIPTION

In Level 2 we explore more complex ramping scenarios and also look at how to assess for ramps with side-on approaches and changes of direction. We explore the pros and cons of level/sloped access vs ramped access and how to assess for each. Additional topics include: designing for users with visual impairments and the purpose and use of ramp Design Briefs (specifications).

ON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, DELEGATES SHOULD:

  • Understand how to assess for ramps with side-on approaches and changes-of-direction e.g. ramps that “go around the garden” 
  • Have reviewed one or more complex ramping schemes within a group setting
  • Be able to discuss design considerations for handrails  
  • Understand the purpose of ramp Design Briefs (specifications) and how to use these as assessment prompt sheets or specifications, or both
  • Be able to discuss general requirements for communal ramps e.g. at entrances to blocks of flats
  • Be familiar with key design features for users with visual impairments e.g. colour and tonal contrast for ramp surfaces, up stands and lighting
  • Understand the pros and cons of level-sloped access vs ramped access and be able to assess for each

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued (3 CPD hours)
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: presentations, case studies, desktop exercises, demonstration videos, discussions, breakout rooms and Q&As with trainers.

Ramping for Wheelchair Users: Level 1 (IRE)

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Ramping for Wheelchair Users: Level 1 (Ireland)

DESCRIPTION

This course deals with the essential issue of ramping and aims to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge needed in order to provide appropriate recommendations for people who experience difficulty in overcoming changes of level within their environment.

ON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, DELEGATES SHOULD:

  • Be able to assess client considerations and discuss how these can affect ramp choice/design
  • Be aware of the key design principles and assessment criteria relating to ramps
  • Have an overview of the different types of ramps available (portable, temporary and permanent) and feel confident specifying for individual users
  • Have explored the purpose and use of portable ramp risk assessment forms
  • Be familiar with the concept and use of ramp gradients and how to assess for these
  • Be able to discuss regulations relating to provision of handrails
  • Have viewed one or more demonstration videos on how to assess individual users and/or properties for ramps
  • Have taken part in desktop exercises relating to straight-approach ramps

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued (3 CPD hours)
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: presentations, case studies, desktop exercises, demonstration videos, discussions, breakout rooms and Q&As with trainers.

Kitchen Adaptation & Design (IRE)

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Kitchen Adaptation & Design (Ireland)

3 CPD hours

£40 + VAT

REGISTER: 11 MAY 2021

DESCRIPTION

This module explores key issues relating to the adaptation and design of kitchens and dining spaces for disabled people. In this course you will:

  • discuss client considerations relating to kitchens and learn how these can influence the design of new housing or adaptation of existing spaces
  • overview optimum layouts and space standards for kitchens
  • explore ways of incorporating flexibility into kitchen design
  • explore a wide range of equipment & appliance options
  • observe demonstrations on how to measure seated individuals for worktop heights, wall cupboards, toe recesses
  • experience problem solving kitchen adaptation issues within a group setting

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued for 3 CPD hours
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: powerpoint presentations, case studies, desktop exercises using drawings, practical exercises – utilising videos, discussion groups and break-out rooms, Q&As with trainers.

Housing & Equipment Solutions for Users with Dementia (IRE)

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Housing & Equipment Solutions for Users with Dementia (Ireland)

3 CPD hours

£40 + VAT

REGISTER: 30 APR 2021

DESCRIPTION

This module is aimed at all those interested in the area of dementia care and housing. It explores a wide range of adaptation and other issues (as indicated below) and is a good introductory course for anyone wishing to understand essential issues relating to the maintenance of people with dementia in their home environments. It explores a variety of common scenarios and overviews a range of specialist equipment (including smart technology and telecare).

The course looks at:

  • Overview of the main types of dementia and guidance on how to assess and make recommendations for each
  • Approaches to adaptation work when working with people with dementia
  • Exploration of specialist equipment –including smart technology, assistive technology & telecare
  • Design principles for dementia friendly housing, such as wayfinding, colour & tonal contrast, lighting levels etc
  • Case scenarios exploring range of family compositions, funding options and housing types
  • Working with families and carers of people with dementia
  • Signposting to further resources including useful websites, publications and organisations pertaining to dementia care and housing 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued for 3 CPD hours
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: powerpoint presentations, case studies, desktop exercises using drawings, practical exercises – utilising videos, discussion groups and break-out rooms, Q&As with trainers.

Bathroom Adaptation & Design – Part 2 (IRE)

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Bathroom Adaptation & Design – Level 2 (Ireland)

3 CPD hours

£40 + VAT

REGISTER: 19 APR 2021

DESCRIPTION

This module follows on from Level 1 and addresses additional bathroom issues (as listed below). We recommend that delegates attend both Levels 1 & 2 and in that order if possible.

The course will cover:

  • Specifying room sizes for toilets and bathrooms – for ambulant disabled, assisted wheelchair users and independent wheelchair users 
  • Suggestions for incorporating flexibility into bathroom design   
  • Tips and techniques for adapting small spaces 
  • Specifying safety (slip resistant) flooring
  • Suggestions for water containment
  • Use of Design Briefs and provision of VIVA ACCESS Design Brief for Bathrooms
  • Design principles for users with visual impairments
  • Problem solving one or more case scenarios/adaptation schemes within a group setting

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
  • Digital Attendance Certificates issued for 3 CPD hours
  • Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: powerpoint presentations, case studies, desktop exercises using drawings, practical exercises – utilising videos, discussion groups and break-out rooms, Q&As with trainers.

CONTACT

Trish Sweeney
Training Co-ordinator
Viva Access Ltd
+44 (0)330 912 0079

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