Equipment to live at home

The Integrated Community Equipment Service (ICES) are a joint team led by Walsall Healthcare NHS. They loan equipment to help you to do everyday tasks safely. This can be for long or short term use.

Get an assessment

You need to get assessed before you can get equipment from ICES. An occupational therapist, social worker or health care worker will carry out your assessment. The assessment is a conversation with you about the help you might need.

Find out how to get help or an assessment.

What kind of equipment do we offer?

This is not a full list. We may be able to provide other equipment depending on your needs. You can contact us to find out more:

• Mobility aids (such as walking sticks or frame)
• Toileting equipment (such as toilet frames or commodes)
• Bathing equipment (such as a shower stools and bath boards)
• Moving and handling equipment (such as transfer aids and hoists)

We cannot sell you any equipment. If you would like to buy any items, we can put you in touch with local organisations that sell equipment.

You may be eligible for help to make adjustments to your home. Find out more about disabled facilities grants (DFGs).

Returning equipment

If you do not need the equipment any more, you should return it as soon as possible. We can collect it from you if you wish. You must not give or loan the equipment to any other person.

ICES process, decontaminate and recycle any equipment fit for reuse. This helps the community and environment.

Problems or defects with equipment

ICES can repair or adapt equipment. Contact them to report any defects or problems, or if you need to make a complaint.
Visit the Integrated Community Equipment Service's website.