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Lyn Bates, 74, sits in her motorised wheelchair in her living room.

Lyn Bates

Posted on: February 28, 2020 Last updated on: February 28, 2020 Written by: atfaadmin
Without her motorised wheelchair and a hoist to help her get in and out of bed, Lyn Bates would have no choice but to live in a nursing home.
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Robert, aged 67, stands in his garden in shorts with his prosthetic leg visible.

Robert and Steve

Posted on: February 28, 2020 Last updated on: March 6, 2020 Written by: atfaadmin
Robert and Steve have both had their left legs amputated because of aggressive infections. Although only 9 years apart, their age difference has led to very different experiences accessing assistive technology.
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