Eating Utensils and other Aids
This page shows a portion of an assortmnent of dining aids and other assistive devices on display at our demonstration model house. This photo features:
- Round and oval scoop plates with a groove in the lip to help keep food inside. Non-slip rubber is on the dish bottom to help hold the dish in place to prevent it from moving while in use.
- A dish with a plastic food guard that attaches to any standard plate is also pictured. It prevents food from sliding off the plate while in use.
- Good Grips® Weighted Utensils: Each cutlery piece features the patented Good Grips® handle. Large and easy-to-hold, the handles are made of a rubber-like material with flexible ribbing. Spoons and fork have a twist built into the metal shaft that allows it to be bent for either right- or left-handed use. The angled Rocker Knife cuts with an easy rocking motion, decreasing wrist strain. The Souper Spoon™ features a raised lip to help prevent spills. The 6 oz. (170g) of weight in the built-up handle provides more control so that the utensil reaches the mouth easier. Ideal for persons with limited hand control, Parkinson's disease or spasticity.
- Extension Utensils: Adjustable for individuals with limited range of motion. Aluminum wing nuts adjust the spoon and fork to desired angle, then hold the position securely. Extension portion of handle is 10" long. Overall handle length is 15"-15¼". Dishwasher safe up to 180°F. Latex free.
- Big Number Measuring Cups: E-Z Read numbers are approx 1/4" tall and color coded for easy identification. Also included pour spout for easy pouring. 4 different sizes 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup.
- Jar Pop Lid Opener: JarPop opens tight, vacuum-sealed jars with little effort. No twisting or turning is necessary degrees simply lift up and pop to release the vacuum pressure and free the lid. Lids remain resealable.
- Flexible Fork and Spoon: These Flexible Utensils are ideal for evaluating self-feeding needs. Utensils may be angled or positioned in a variety of directions. Foam handle, 1" in diameter and 14" long, can be customized to fit a user’s grip. Includes a 10" Velcro® strap to secure utensil on user’s hand. Weighs only 4 oz. Clean with warm, soapy water. A Deluxe Flexible Utensils
version has the added feature of loc-line. A loc-line extension offers a more secure fit around the hand. Both measure 16¼” long. Dishwasher safe up to 125° F. Latex free.
- Tab Grabber: The Ring Pull gives your hands and fingers a break. With this unique 2-in-1 opener the hook-like portion of the opener lifts and opens ring pulls on cans like tuna fish and cat food. On the handle there is pronged utensil that can be used to break the seals on jars, making them easier to open. Non-slip grip handle. 6" long
These aids are available from these online and some local retailers:
RehabMart.com
BeAbleToDo.com
SamsonPreston.com
MaxiAids.com