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Independent Living Centre
Who are we?
The Independent Living Centre (ILC) in Exeter offers a free and impartial assessment and information service to anyone in Devon who is looking for equipment to enhance their independence. The Team at the Centre comprises of Occupational Therapists, an Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor and an Office Administrator. The Centre does not sell equipment but has a large range of equipment on display for you to try. Our range covers all aspects of life including; mobility, personal care, clothing, bathing, cooking, seating and beds.
Come and visit us at our centre and talk to our friendly approachable staff.
You can telephone, email or write to make an appointment for an assessment at the Centre from Monday to Friday or call in on a Wednesday morning for a look around.
What do we do?
We can help to identify the right equipment for you, tell you how much it should cost and can look into grants or other sources of funding when purchasing equipment. We keep up to date information on equipment from all local and national suppliers.
Our qualified occupational therapists can assess your needs and demonstrate a large range of equipment for daily living and mobility, displayed in realistic settings, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room.
Can't find clothes to fit? Need help with getting around or keeping in touch? We can help.
We provide information booklets known as Wise Buy Guides to help you make informed choices when buying equipment.
OPEN EVENTS
Open Events for 2012 
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Our next regular open morning is on THURSDAY 5 July 2012 -and will be centred around Mobility, Seating, Falls and Telecare Equipment
Workshops running will be:-
9.30 - 10.00 Falls - Speaker Graham Bamforth
11.00 - 11.45 Telecare - Speaker to be confirmed
12.45 - 1.45 Seating - Speakers Lucy Clark and Philippa Greenslade
Please can people attending over the lunchtime period bring a packed lunch
A booking form will be available soon for staff to complete and return
These events are always well attended and we look forward to seeing you at our next one!
Please check our website regularly for updates.
TRAINING FOR STAFF
Training days are organised for staff both here in Exeter and around the County. Bookings to be made through Workforce Development at Bideford Hospital, Abbotsham Road, Bideford EX39 3AG, Tel: 01237 420261, Email: inhousecoursebookings@ndevon.swest.nhs.uk. Another date had been added for Assessment & Fitting of Equipment for CES Prescribers on Tuesday 12th June 9am - 5 pm Please see our latest ILC Course Brochure 2012 for more information
For additional training sessions please contact the ILC for more information
What's new
How to contact us
Independent Living Centre Tel. 01392 687276 email:ilc-exeter@devon.gov.uk |
When to visit
You are welcome to drop in for an informal chat on any Wednesday morning between 10am and 1pm. or make an appointment to see an occupational therapist Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm.
Unfortunately we are unable to make home visits. You can contact your local Social Services office via Care Direct on 0845 155 1007 instead, who can also provide you with a list of equipment suppliers.
There is plenty of parking in a large car park but you will need to follow the directions carefully as we are not that easy to find.
Bus PR5 from South Street to The Range and walk through car park onto Haven Road, turn right and follow the river (on your left). Walk past the Welcome Inn and there are a few steps up to the building which is on the right.
Full details are contained within the Park and Ride Guide.
More information
If you have used equipment for sale or are looking for good second hand items contact us, we can help.