This is not meant to be a means of advertising, just providing links so the things that I mention can be easily found and seen.
- Tummy Tunnels - For children. Iron on patches for clothing that allow easy access to gastrostomy tubes.
http://www.tummytunnels.com/
- Special needs all-in-one body vests. Prevent draughty gaps. These vests have options that allow access to gastrostomy tubes, and are good for older children who use nappies.
http://www.tanniandanni.com/kidsclothing/poppervests.htm
- Slipper socks. These are good for people who may want shoes off in the house or when in wheelchair, and need footwear that will be both comfortable and warm. The trouser legs can be tucked into them to avoid draughty gaps.
Adult slipper socks: http://www.sockshop.co.uk/by_type/shop-socks/bed_slipper_sogcks/index.html
Child slipper socks: https://www.socksolutions.co.uk/sess/utn;jsessionid=154a892e63b2979/shopdata/0040_Bed+Socks+=26amp=3B+Slipper+Socks/product_details.shopscript?article=0030_FALKE%2B%3D27Catspads%3D27%2BSlipper%2BSocks%2B%3D28Young%2BChildren%3D29%2B%3D28FCATC%3D29
- Muslin squares - good if the person drools saliva. They avoid getting clothes too wet, and getting chaffed skin from too much wiping of the mouth. They are also good if there is a tendency to vomit
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Muslin-squares-pack-of-10/dp/B000Z7BJ8K
- Special needs swim nappy - for incontinent children, teens and adults
http://www.incywincy.net/acatalog/Swimwear_for_Older_Children_Special_Needs__.html
- A crewsaver with a neck support, and a couple of pairs of armbands (one pair for the arms, one for the legs) should enable the person to float unaided in a swimming pool, even if they can't move
- All-in-one UV resistant swim suit. May keep the person warmer in water. This site is American, but the suits are sold in Britain too. Also they are aimed at children but go up to adult size
http://www.funsunwear.com.au/index.php
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