By: Dina Amir

We all love our family. We want to make sure they are having the best life conditions. Yaoota believes that their happiness and comfort will make your own life better and happier. That is why we present you a suggested list of items to help our beloved differently abled friends be more independent and confident while uncovering their real capabilities.

*Prices listed in the article are the ones provided at the time of its publication, and are subject to change according to the supply and demand of the market.

I – Home-related Items

1. Bedroom Essentials

Bed Guard Rail

This is essential not only to prevent falling of the bed, but also to lean on when someone is trying to get up.

You can check Bed Guard Rail here.

Book Page Holder

If your beloved ones are interested in reading for long hours, this will help them enjoy reading more and worry less.

Check Book Page Holder here.

Organizers

Having everything in one place can be quite satisfying, as it prevents the hassle of having to look for things all over the place. Whether a bedside organizer or an armchair organizer, both will help you keep the essential things nearby, like glasses, the newspaper, the mobile phone, or even medication.

Check out this arm chair organizer with table top here.
Check out this Bedside organizer here.

2. Toileting & Showering Aids

Toilet Raiser

Makes sitting on the toilet and standing up easier, as it raises the toilet seat an extra 15 cm. It is compatible with all toilet seats.
Check out this toilet raiser here.

Toilet Stool

This kit can end your unending toilet hassle and prevent hemorrhoids. It is very useful if you suffer from constipation, especially due to lack of movement.
Check out this toilet stool here.

Anti-slip Bathtub Handgrip

This might seem like a useless stainless bar, but in fact it is essential for elders, specifically if they live alone. It prevents slipping and you can hang on to it if you felt dizzy or tired.

3. Living Room & Eating Essentials

• Chair Raiser
  This can be very beneficial, as it will raise any chair a couple of centimeters above the floor to make sitting and standing up easier. Not only that, but they can also make the chair more stable.
• Two-handed Mug
  Yes, these mugs do exist, and you can hold them with both hands to decrease the chance of spilling your drink.
  
• Adaptive Eating Utensils
  They are much easier to grab and eat compared to our daily-use eating utensils. They can be very helpful if someone can’t control the stainless steel spoons and forks.
• Eating Bib
  This can be a piece of cloth, preferably waterproof, to protect the clothes so you can eat without having to worry about your outfit. 

II – On-the-Go Essentials

Walkers

Walkers will revive older people’s confidence, as it helps them move without asking for anyone’s help. Walkers help them maintain a right posture to avoid spinal pain. Walkers can be foldable for better storage. The height is adjustable. Some walkers have embedded seat and even a basket for the grocery or shopping items.
Check out this foldable walker here.
Check out this Steel walker here.
Check out this Wheel walker with seat and shopping basket here.

Wheelchair Cushions

To avoid lower back pain, bruises, or hemorrhoids, you can use a cushion to distribute the pressure evenly and ensure comfort.
Check out medical seat cushion here.
Check out Cool gel seat cushion here.

Rubber Wheel

These wheels will reduce the noise and will make the chair movement smoother.
Check out these rubber wheels here.

Please feel free to share any ideas or product that made a difference in your life or the life of your beloved ones.

*Some items may currently be out of stock, but they will be available soon. If you encounter any similar problem, please comment on the article, or contact us through our Facebook page.