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3 November 2026
We’re delighted to see our [Safespace Hi-Lo](www.safespaces.co.uk/products/safespace-hi-lo) making a difference for young patients at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby. Funded by [The Health Tree Foundation,](www.healthtreefoundation.org.uk) the specialist bed provides a safe and comfortable environment for children with additional needs, helping to support their wellbeing during a hospital stay while offering parents greater peace of mind. It’s wonderful to see the positive impact this product is having on the children, families and hospital team. ----------------------------- **Read the full article below from the Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust** Children with complex needs will benefit from a new specialist safe sleep bed at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby, thanks to funding from The Health Tree Foundation. The new bed, located on Rainforest Ward, provides a safe and secure environment for children with additional needs, including those with epilepsy, autism and sensory issues. Designed for children aged between three and nine, the specialist bed helps prevent children from climbing or falling out, while giving parents greater peace of mind during their child’s hospital stay. It also includes special access points, allowing clinical teams to provide treatment while children remain safely in the bed. The equipment was purchased after the ward submitted a ‘wish’ to The Health Tree Foundation, which supports projects and equipment designed to improve the experience of patients across local hospitals. Lorraine Cook, Paediatric Sister, said: *“It’s fantastic we’ve been able to fund this bed, which makes such a difference to patients and their families.* *“I am really impressed by the bed and it will have a massive impact for children with additional needs. It gives parents peace of mind knowing their children will be secure if they need to leave their side.”* For families of children with complex or sensory needs, maintaining a safe environment while in hospital can be particularly important, especially overnight. Paula Staines, Play Specialist, said: *“We submitted a ‘wish’ to The Health Tree Foundation to get this bed. We get children with sensory issues who could benefit from that secure space.* *“Parents can find it quite difficult to sleep as they’re worried their child might try and climb out of the bed. Having this secure space can help provide that extra reassurance.”* The new bed is now available for young patients staying on Rainforest Ward, helping staff provide a safer and more comfortable environment tailored to their individual needs. Read the full article - [click here](https://www.nlg.nhs.uk/news/new-safe-sleep-bed-brings-added-security-for-children-at-grimsby-hospital/)
28 October 2026
**Safespaces was proud to support the DIY SOS team in transforming the family home of 11-year-old Nathan, helping to ensure he had a safe and comfortable space in his new bedroom.** The latest episode of BBC’s *DIY SOS,* which aired on 27 October, saw Nick Knowles and the team travel to Kidderminster to help Nathan and his family create a home that better meets their needs. Nathan lives with complex needs, including Tuberous Sclerosis Complex type 2, autism and refractory epilepsy. He can experience up to 200 seizures a day and requires round-the-clock care. His care needs have a significant impact on the whole family, with parents Emma and John dedicating much of their time to supporting him, while his older sister, Kira, has also felt the effects of the family’s changing circumstances. With the support of hundreds of volunteers, the DIY SOS team set out to transform the family home, creating an environment that would help keep Nathan safe while giving everyone more space to live, relax and spend time together. [Watch DIY SOS: A Home for Nathan on BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0033jml) **Supporting Nathan and his family since 2018** Safespaces has been part of Nathan’s story for many years. We first installed his Safespace in 2018 to help protect him from injury during seizures at night, providing a safe and comfortable environment tailored to his needs. As part of the DIY SOS rebuild, Nathan’s existing Safespace needed to be relocated to his new bedroom. Our technicians, Colin and Anthony, travelled to Kidderminster to reinstall it, helping to ensure he could continue to benefit from his familiar, supportive space in his transformed home. **A home designed around the whole family** The DIY SOS transformation was about more than rebuilding a house. It was about creating a home that better supports the needs of every family member. For families caring for a child with complex needs, having a safe and comfortable environment can make an important difference to everyday life. Thoughtful adaptations can help meet individual needs while creating more opportunities for the whole family to spend time together. It was wonderful to see Emma and John’s reaction to their transformed home and to witness the collective effort that made the project possible. We are proud to have played a part in supporting Nathan and his family. A huge thank you to the DIY SOS team, our technicians Colin and Anthony, and everyone involved in bringing this special project to life. Nathan’s story reflects the importance of creating environments that work for individuals and the people who care for them. [Watch DIY SOS: A Home for Nathan on BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0033jml)
14 October 2026
Safespaces is delighted to be exhibiting at [The Occupational Therapy Show 2026](https://www.theotshow.com/), taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 25–26th November. Visit us on **Stand E10** to meet our team, explore our products and celebrate 25 years of working alongside occupational therapists. The OT Show is one of the highlights of our year, giving us the opportunity to connect with occupational therapists and healthcare professionals, share knowledge and discuss how the right equipment can support people with complex needs. **Celebrating 25 years of Safespaces** This year marks 25 years of Safespaces. Over the past quarter of a century, we have worked alongside occupational therapists, families and professionals to help create safe, supportive environments that enable people with complex needs to sleep, relax and engage in everyday life with greater comfort and independence. Our relationship with occupational therapists has always been central to what we do. Their clinical expertise and understanding of individual needs continue to inform how we design and develop our products. At this year's show, our team will be available to discuss our range of products, demonstrate our flagship Safespace and answer questions about our products and process. **Supporting clinical knowledge and professional development** We're also pleased to be delivering an important discussion around restrictive equipment, consent and lawful occupational therapy practice. Our OT Consultant, [Kate Sheehan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katesheehanot/?isSelfProfile=false), will be presenting a session titled *‘Restrictive equipment, consent and lawful occupational therapy practice’* in the Showcase Theatre on both days of the show. The session will explore how occupational therapists can make lawful, proportionate and person-centred decisions when considering restrictive equipment or adaptations. Visitors can also find out more about the Safespaces Academy, our free online educational platform for occupational therapists and healthcare professionals. Developed with clinicians and informed by our experience working alongside OTs, the Academy offers resources covering topics including sleep and occupation, restrictive practice, and legislation and policy. **Join us for our 25th anniversary celebrations** To mark this special milestone, we're hosting a **drinks reception on our stand at 4pm on the first day of the show, Wednesday 25th November.** Everyone is welcome to join us for refreshments, a short speech and an exciting announcement as we celebrate 25 years of Safespaces. Whether you're already familiar with Safespaces or would like to learn more about our approach, we'd love to meet you. **Find us on Stand E10 at The OT Show 2026.** Planning your visit? Find out more and register at [theotshow.com](https://www.theotshow.com/).
8 October 2026
**We’re pleased to share that we have successfully passed our annual ISO 13485:2016 audit, reaffirming our commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.** Earlier this week, we underwent our annual audit against the requirements of **ISO 13485:2016** and successfully passed. We first achieved ISO 13485 certification in 2025 and since then we have continued to maintain the systems, processes and quality standards required by this internationally recognised standard for medical device manufacturing. For us, the annual audit is about more than simply maintaining our certification. It gives us an opportunity to review our processes, demonstrate our continued compliance and make sure that quality remains embedded across everything we do. **What is ISO 13485?** ISO 13485:2016 is an internationally recognised quality management standard specifically designed for organisations involved in the design, manufacture and supply of medical devices. The standard sets out rigorous requirements for quality management systems, helping organisations consistently meet regulatory requirements and deliver safe, reliable and high-quality medical devices. As a manufacturer of specialist medical devices, maintaining these standards is an important part of our commitment to the people who use our products, as well as the Occupational Therapists, healthcare professionals and organisations who specify them. **Our continued commitment to quality** *"Quality and safety have always been central to the way we work at Safespaces. Maintaining ISO 13485 certification gives us an independent framework for ensuring our processes continue to meet the required standards, while supporting our focus on continual improvement. It also reflects the care and attention that goes into our products beyond the finished product itself from manufacturing and quality control through to documentation, processes and regulatory compliance,"* comments Alastair Demick, Managing Director. [Click here](https://certcheck.ukas.com/certification/5ee8fba0-8313-579a-997a-6fab6cf1000b) to view our certification information.
18 September 2026
We are delighted to announce that Safespaces has been shortlisted for the Product of the Year Award at the [British Healthcare Trades Association](https://www.bhta.com/) (BHTA) Awards 2026 — for the second year running. The Product of the Year Award recognises outstanding products and innovations that demonstrate a meaningful contribution to the healthcare and assistive technology sector. Being shortlisted again is a fantastic recognition of the work our team continues to do to develop thoughtful, innovative solutions that support safety, comfort and everyday life for people with complex needs and their families. Following our Product of the Year shortlist in 2025, we are proud to be recognised once again alongside organisations making a difference across the healthcare and assistive technology sector. We look forward to celebrating with our fellow finalists at the BHTA Awards later this year. View the full list of shortlisted businesses [here.](https://www.bhta.com/british-healthcare-trades-industry-awards-2026/)
13 July 2026
**100km. 2 Days. One Incredible Cause.** On the 30th and 31st July, the Safespaces team will take on our biggest fundraising challenge yet. Together, we'll be walking 100 kilometres (62 miles) from our Safespaces office in Todmorden to the home of Caudwell Children in Newcastle-under-Lyme. We'll be walking through the day, through the night and into the following afternoon with one goal in mind - raising £10,000 to support disabled and neurodivergent children across the UK. **Why We're Taking on This Challenge** Last year, Safespaces proudly selected Caudwell Children as our Charity of the Year. Caudwell Children provides practical and emotional support to disabled and neurodivergent children and their families, helping them access specialist equipment, therapies, assessments and life-changing services that can transform everyday life. Many families face long waits and significant financial barriers when trying to access the support their children need. Through fundraising, we can help make that support available sooner. Together, we can help create brighter futures for children who deserve every opportunity to thrive. Long-term sleep deprivation can have a serious impact on a person's ability to cope with everyday life, affecting both physical and mental wellbeing. For many of the families we support, sleepless nights are not an occasional challenge but a constant reality, as their children require care and support around the clock. We are walking throughout the night, not only to help raise funds for Caudwell Children but to raise awareness of the challenges these parents and carers face. Every step we take represents the countless nights parents and carers spend awake, providing love, comfort, and care when their children need them most. **The Challenge** Distance: 100km Duration: 2 Days Dates: 30th–31st July The team will walk continuously over two days, stopping only at planned checkpoints for food, hydration and rest before completing the final miles to Caudwell Children. **How You Can Support Us** We are aiming to raise £10,000 for Caudwell Children and every donation will help us get closer to our target. Whether you donate, share our fundraiser or simply cheer the team on, your support will help make a difference. [Donate today](https://www.justgiving.com/page/safespaceswalk) and help us make every mile count **Become a Sponsor** We are also inviting customers, suppliers and business partners to support the challenge through sponsorship. Sponsorship opportunities include: Bronze Package (£300): - Named in social media, print media and TV/Radio Coverage - Named in all LinkedIn posts relating to the challenge - Sponsorship to contribute to the costs of the challenge Silver Package (£700): - Named in all social media, print media and TV/Radio Coverage, named in all LinkedIn posts relating to the challenge - Named in all LinkedIn posts relating to the challenge - Company logo on the sleeve of all challenge clothing Gold Package (£1,000) - Named in all social media, print media and TV/Radio Coverage, named in all LinkedIn posts relating to the challenge - Named on LinkedIn with dedicated paragraph about your support - Company logo on the front of the all challenge clothing (T-shirts & Hoodies). **Follow Our Journey** Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing updates including training progress, sponsor announcements and behind-the-scenes preparations. During the challenge, follow our social channels for live updates as we take on this phenomenal challenge - 100km. 2 Days. One Incredible Cause. Together, we can make every mile count. For any interest in the sponsorship packages please get in touch either via email at: alastair.d@safespaces.co.uk or call us on 01706816274
4 March 2026
This year marks a very special milestone for us at Safespaces — our 25th anniversary. For a quarter of a century, we’ve worked alongside Occupational Therapists, healthcare professionals, and education providers to support individuals with complex needs through specialist products designed to improve safety, well-being and quality of life.
24 September 2025
We are delighted to announce that Safespaces has been shortlisted for the 'Product of The Year Award' at the British Healthcare Trade Association Awards 2025. The nominees for this award are companies who have made remarkable achievements and innovations in both the healthcare and assistive technology sector.
30 July 2025
We are excited to announce Topland as the newest distributor of Safespaces products in the GCC region.
17 June 2025
This week marks Learning Disability Week 2025, a time dedicated to raising awareness and championing the rights of individuals with learning disabilities. Life can present many challenges for those with learning disabilities and at Safespaces, we want to highlight how our products, particularly the Safespace, can offer meaningful support and make a positive difference in their daily lives.
12 June 2025
In celebration of National Sewing Machine Day, we're shining a spotlight on our incredible machinists – Annette, Gayle, Julie, Louise, and Rosa!
3 June 2025
Child Safety Week, organised by The Child Prevention Trust, runs from 2nd – 8th June 2025. This vital campaign raises awareness of everyday risks to children and how we can prevent accidents before they happen. The week aims to empower families with practical advice and encourage safer environments for all children, especially those with additional needs.