Supporting Inclusive Independent Living & Sport with Louis Telford
- kirstiekalonji
- 2 hours ago
- 3 min read
At PROCare, we work closely with housing teams, OTs, contractors and local councils to help deliver accessible homes that feel good to live in. From well designed wetrooms to practical, future proof kitchens, everything we make is about giving people more dignity, more choice and more independence. That is why we are proud to sponsor Louis Telford, a 23 year old wheelchair athlete & inclusive independent living advocate, from Wigan, who competes internationally in padel tennis and wheelchair basketball.
Louis represents Britain every month and is currently ranked number 3 in the UK for wheelchair padel. His goal is to reach number 1 by the end of the year. He also works to develop inclusive sport at a grassroots level, helping to grow the game in Liverpool and supporting younger players into adaptive sport.
Accessible spaces that support independence
Louis lives in a wheelchair accessible home. Like many tenants in private, social housing or supported living schemes, he relies on well planned adaptations to stay independent. But not all adaptations are created equal.
"The council sorted my extension and wetroom, but everything was white and medical looking. It didn’t feel right. I paid for chrome rails and more modern options myself. When I visited PROCare, I saw things that actually looked good and made sense."
Louis is a fan of PROCare’s shower chairs and wetroom layouts, designed with input from OT’s to combine safety, ease of use and aesthetics. These are the kinds of independent living bathroom products that housing providers and contractors trust us to deliver at scale.
Real life, real results
This year, Louis will travel to Dubai and China to compete in the Inclusive Padel Tour, where disabled and non disabled athletes play side by side. He’ll earn ranking points, gain exposure, and continue pushing the boundaries of what inclusive sport can look like.
Back in the UK, he’s mentoring young athletes and building community through sport – something that starts at home, with an environment that supports dignity and independence.
We’re proud to support him. His story reflects the impact of proactive, thoughtful home adaptations delivered through partnerships. Similar to how we partner with housing associations, OTs, contractors and local councils.
Follow Louis’ journey and see how accessible environments enable independence at @louist_wheels
Frequently asked
What support is available for wheelchair users living independently?
Louis Telford’s story shows how modern adaptations like accessible wetrooms and inclusive bathroom design support independent living. PROCare supports housing professionals with the delivery of these solutions, across the UK.
How can we make a home more accessible without major structural work?
Our modular, made to measure wetroom and bathroom products can be installed quickly and tailored for wheelchair users, with minimal disruption. We even manufacture a temporary accessible wash cubicle that can be used for hard to adapt homes, or for short term accessible showering.
Who supplies accessible bathroom equipment for social housing projects?
PROCare partners with local authorities, housing associations and contractors to deliver high quality adaptations that meet regulatory and tenant needs.
Why is inclusive sport relevant to housing providers?
Because independent living starts with accessible, well designed spaces. Louis’ story shows how the right environment at home supports wellbeing, participation and independence. It demonstrates the difference between thriving and surviving.
PROCare is a UK-based supplier of accessible bathrooms, wet rooms, kitchens and home adaptation products. We work with housing professionals, local authorities, and occupational therapists to deliver inclusive, durable and resident-focused adaptations across the UK.
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