BES Healthcare - Assistive Technology

08/06/2026

Next Wednesday Dr Barend ter Haar presents an OT CPD virtual webinar.

Beyond Paediatric and Adult: A Person-Centred Approach to Equipment Prescription | Wed 17 June | 2:00pm

Topics include:

· Selecting equipment based on size, function, cognition and dexterity rather than age labels
· When "adult" equipment may be appropriate for young people – and vice versa
· Managing equipment needs during growth, adolescence and service transitions
· Matching equipment features to the abilities of users and carers

Please register here if you can join us or would like to watch the recorded presentation after the event:

Training That's Just for OT's

15/05/2026

This week we attended Kidz South and caught up with Adam Vickers from CURA Seating who was showcasing the Bodypoint DAS hand blocks on his Cura Contour seating range. We look forward to our continued collaboration with Adam!

Get in touch for more information on applying the Dynamic Arm Support onto static seating at [email protected]

11/05/2026

Last week Diane and Lawrence visited Cardiff Posture and Mobility Services along with Tina Roesler, Bodypoint Director of Clinical and Business Development. During Tina's visit to the UK, we discussed the upcoming products from Bodypoint and are looking forward to announcing them over the next year!

28/04/2026

"Brave enough to rethink foam?" Last week Diane and Sasha joined Michael from NUA Medical at the Society of Tissue Viability conference to promote the advantages of NEST mattresses and cushions over their foam counterparts. We had some great discussions with TVNs and other healthcare professionals about how NEST can benefit their clients and facilities.

Want to know more about NEST? We've made this quick guide to the product for your viewing pleasure: www.beshealthcare.net/nest-sotv

22/04/2026

Today we attended the British Healthcare Trades Association Retailers Day in Northampton, full of informative talks and industry updates. Great to see everyone there!

22/04/2026

DID YOU KNOW? The smaller Teeni variation of the Breezi activity chair can be configured as a floorsitter?

Get in touch for more info on the newest member of the Breezi family at [email protected]

www.beshealthcare.net/our-products/assistive-technology/seating-systems/teeni-chair/

06/02/2026

This week, BES Ireland’s Colin McKinney has been travelling the length and breadth of the Irish countryside, bringing the illustrious Bart Van Der Heyden and his educational roadshow directly to the people of Ireland. From Dublin to Limerick, Sligo and beyond, Bart shared his expertise on seating, posture, and the new Symmetric range with those in attendance. A huge thank you to Bart and to all those involved - it's been a great week! 😁

02/12/2025

Last week we attended The Occupational Therapy Show, joining Adam from Cura Seating on their stand with the Dynamic Arm Support from Bodypoint.

Find more information on this post-stroke solution here: https://www.beshealthcare.net/our-products/assistive-technology/specialised-postural-supports/dynamic-arm-support/

09/10/2025

The NEW Teeni activity chair is here! And it's to be featured in SEN Magazine - postural and behavioural support for 1-4 years olds, based on the classic Breezi chair range.

Read on, for more information on the Teeni: https://www.beshealthcare.net/our-products/assistive-technology/seating-systems/teeni-chair/

BES Healthcare proudly presents the Teeni Activity Chair, the newest addition to the acclaimed Breezi range – purpose-built for children aged 1–4 in nurseries, preschools, and early years settings.

Inspired by the Tripp Trapp chair, the Teeni offers the same exceptional adjustability, comfort, and postural support in a smaller, nursery-friendly format. Crafted in the UK from durable birch wood with an anti-bacterial lacquer, its timeless design blends effortlessly into any learning or care environment.

The Fully adjustable seat and footplate height and depth grows with the child – from infancy to preschool, promoting healthy posture and independence.

https://www.beshealthcare.net/our-products/assistive-technology/seating-systems/teeni-chair/

18/09/2025

Cross infection remains one of the biggest challenges in care settings – especially when it comes to pressure care equipment. Dr Barend ter Haar explores this critical issue in his latest article for Care Home Magazine.

He highlights how the right equipment choices, cleaning protocols, and awareness can make a real difference in protecting both residents and staff.

You can read the full piece here:
🔗 https://carehomemagazine.co.uk/cross-infection-risk-management-in-care-home-pressure-care/

An important read for anyone involved in care home management, nursing, or equipment provision.

Care home managers carry a significant responsibility for safeguarding residents, not only in terms of comfort and pressure care but […]