Assistive technology
Contents
- About assistive technology
- Safety and emergency response
- Health and body monitoring
- Wellbeing and independence
- Lifeline
About assistive technology
From January 2027, there will be a national switch to digital phone services. This means that Lifeline alarms and similar services will use a broadband internet connection instead of the old copper phone lines.
All West Northants Lifeline alarms have been upgraded with the digital switchover. If you are a West Northants customer you do not need to do anything.
If you have any questions, contact us on [email protected].
Our award-winning Assistive Technology Service provides a wide range of devices and solutions to help you stay independent and safe in the home or place you choose to live.
These technologies can help you connect with family, friends and your community, making it easier to live your best life.
Our service includes:
- assessments to understand your needs
- training on how to use the devices
- support in choosing and getting the right assistive technology for you
You can explore the different types of assistive technology using the links below.
Each section explains what is available and how it can support you.
These include:
- safety and emergency response - including lifeline services, personal alarm devices, fall sensors, epilepsy sensors and key safes
- health and body monitoring - including remote health monitoring, chair and bed sensors, and systems that can help identify changes and support early intervention
- wellbeing and independence - including isolation and communication devices, reminder devices and hearing support devices
Contact us
If you have questions about assistive technology or need support, you can get in touch with our team using the details below.
- email: [email protected]
- phone: 01604 526001
Our registered address is:
Assistive Technology Team
Turn Furlong
Off Rookery Lane
Kingsthorpe
Northampton
NN2 8BZ
Last updated 24 June 2026