The Technology Enabled Care Services team at Cambridgeshire County Council can loan assistive technology to support the independence and safety of people living in Cambridgeshire. They also provide guidance, training and advice to individuals, carers and professionals.
How to contact
Where to go
South Cambridgeshire District
UK
What to expect
The Technology Enabled Care Services (TECS) team can help you to consider how technology could help support your life or that of a loved one. There are many types of equipment available that can help people to stay independent, and increase their confidence both inside and outside the home. The team are able to loan a range of equipment such as medication reminders, falls detectors, alarms and sensors.
The team can complete an assessment of your needs, provide advice and loan equipment free of charge. Eligibility is based on need, there is no financial assessment or age criteria.
More information
Safe and Well Cambridgeshire provides information and advice on a range of equipment and devices. There is an online questionnaire to identify equipment and devices that might help you. You can also telephone 01480 415719 to talk to an occupational therapist.
For more information about the support that the TECS team can provide, contact 01480 378160 or email [email protected].
The TECS team provide information and advice free of charge. If you have been assessed to need equipment, this will be loaned to you free of charge.
Some equipment not provided by the team may be suggested for private purchase.
How to contact
Where to go
South Cambridgeshire District
UK
