Breaking Barriers: Designing an Inclusive World

In the Better Ways for Living podcast episode, “Overcoming Disability Discrimination”, we had the honour of hosting Justin Nix, a visionary leader and the CEO of Guardian Living. With a profound experience spanning 30 years in creating accessible built environments, Justin shares his insights on overcoming the challenges of disability discrimination, particularly in the built

Revolutionising Healthcare: The Impact of AI and Assistive Technology

In this episode, “Can AI change the way we deliver healthcare?”, we had the privilege of delving deep into the transformative power of AI and assistive technology in healthcare. Joined by Trent McHugh, CEO of Lifehub Group, our conversation explored groundbreaking topics, from the influence of AI on healthcare delivery to the effectiveness of the

Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Society

Rotarian mr Bob Barnes - HLS Healthcare Pty Ltd

HLS supports Build Australia Magazine to highlight Changing Places

Changing Places Build Australia

HLS Healthcare continue to support and advocate best practice for Changing Places across Australia. As a smart technology healthcare provider, HLS is proud to have installed Changing Places in facilities such as the MCG, Hamer Hall, Melbourne Zoo .. and many more. In our role as the largest official installer of Changing Places in Australia,

Why is HLS Healthcare the safer solution for SDA?

SDA Blog HLS Healthcare

Most of us in the healthcare industry know what SDA is. However as we complete more SDA projects, here at HLS we have become increasingly aware of how much confusion there is around what the ‘right’ solution is. As we know, the Specialist Disability Accommodation program comprises a need to provide assistive technology and equipment.

Can I please have an extra 10cm with that burger thanks?

4Single Table system

On the way home from our recent holiday across regional NSW, my wife and I decided to stop off in the little town of Lithgow for lunch before heading homeward bound. We found a lovely little café in the heart of Lithgow. When we entered the café there was a lovely husband and wife couple

Proven Results with the Elsi Smart Floor

fall prevention device

As care providers around the world continue to look for reliable and valuable ways to support their clients, solutions like the Elsi smart floor could be an excellent investment. Designed to provide care givers with the solution they need to monitor residents without disrupting their independence or privacy, the Elsi smart floor offers a revolutionary

Grand and Accessible Designs: Wheelchair Accessible Kitchen Ideas

Popular UK television show, Grand Designs recently introduced viewers to the amazing potential of accessible design. The program hosted by Kevin McCloud doesn’t usually focus on things like accessible and inclusive design. However, on one particular video from the Grand Designs Facebook page, you can see McCloud talking to a homeowner in a wheelchair about

Accessible Tourism: Where to Find Out More

Accessible tourism

If you’re interested in learning more about the concept of designing for accessibility, then there are plenty of resources out there to help. For instance, the Tourism Australia website offers a directory on “Accessible Tourism” that provides a brief description of what accessible tourism means, followed by a selection of useful resources that you can

Universal Design Policy Statement 2017

Hobsons Bay Council is dedicated to delivering an excellent quality of life for the people, both now and in the years to come. The company work hard to create a connected, clean and accessible environment, which values the diversity of its resident, protects the environment, and encourages an overwhelming sense of community. With opportunities around