Gàradh a’ Bhàgh a’ Tuath – Isle of Barra

Garadh a Bagh a Tuath Installs First Changing Place in Western Isles, Enhancing Accessibility for Visitors and Volunteers with Disabilities
Client:
Garadh a Bagh a Tuath
Location:
Isle of Barra
Sector:
Commercial
Status:
Completed

Overview

Garadh a Bagh a Tuath (GaBaT), based on the Isle of Barra, sought to enhance accessibility for its growing number of visitors and volunteers with disabilities. They needed to install the first Changing Place facility in the Western Isles to accommodate these needs effectively.

Innova Care Concepts was brought on board to design and install this specialized facility. The project included the installation of an AirRise200 hoist system, a height-adjustable nursing bench, and a Geberit Mera Care wash and dry toilet. Despite the logistical challenges of the remote location, Innova managed every aspect of the project, from equipment delivery to staff training.

The new Changing Place facility is set to make the garden and its activities accessible to everyone, regardless of physical needs, significantly improving the inclusivity of GaBaT’s services.

Client Quote(s)

“By including a Changing Place, we can look forward to welcoming visitors to the garden and building. It means a lot that people will be able to enjoy what our project is able to offer regardless of their physical needs. The garden is such a great space and it’s important to us that all can enjoy it.”

Peigi Maclean – Member of Garadh a Bagh a Tuath