BES Healthcare - Assistive Technology

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 info@beshealthcare.net

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 […]

21/07/2025

Irish healthcare innovator and founder of NUA Medical, Michael Sullivan, has developed the NEST Cushion and Mattress – a fully recyclable, ultra-hygienic alternative that’s transforming patient care and sustainability in hospitals.

Michael was awarded Repak’s Green Businessperson of the Month for June – and it’s easy to see why: Comfort, hygiene, and sustainability. NEST is the future of healthcare mattresses and we're proud to be working with them as the distributor here in the UK.

Listen to the interview on the Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam podcast here: https://rb.gy/iwl583

15/07/2025

Here we are at Stand 33 – Posture and Mobility Group (PMG) 2025 at the Telford International Centre!

Come and see us over the next two days – we’re Making Waves and Driving Change with innovative solutions and a passionate team of assistive technology specialists.

Let’s shape the future of mobility, together!

11/07/2025

Find us at Posture and Mobility Group (PMG), Stand 33, at the Telford International Centre, next week from 14-16 July. Where we will be presenting our innovative products - including the EPIC back on a Rea Azalea wheelchair - as requested by popular demand!

18/06/2025

Pop icons? No. Just your friendly BES team in their “CHOOSE NEST” tees (à la George Michael) – complete with sunnies and sustainable swagger! 😎

We’re live at Stand 26 at NAEP - National Association of Equipment Providers – spreading the word about our foam-free, washable, and planet-friendly NEST cushions and mattresses 🌍💚

Let’s make sustainability the next chart-topper!