Assortment of Eating Aids and Other Useful Equipment
These items are all useful to people with an assortment of disabilities and physical limitations.
- Drink-Aide: The hands free Draink-Aide Cup was designed by people with physical disabilities! If you use a wheelchair and have little or no upper body movement, with Drink-Aide you will be able to drink water independently!
- Partitioned Scoop Dish: The Gripware Partitioned Scoop Dish has nonskid feet that keep it in place while eating. The ¾" high dividers keep food separated while eating and allow food to be scooped easily onto utensils. The partitioned dish diameter is 8 ¾" and has one 8 fl. oz. section and two 4 fl. oz. sections. Plate is dishwasher safe. Made of Melamine and should not be microwaved.
- The T-Turning Handle fits over knobs, keys, faucets and other irregularly shaped handles. The 3-1/2 inch long, easy-to-grasp "T"-shaped handle provides leverage and a secure grip. The steel prongs are embedded in a durable plastic base. Accommodates items up to 1-1/4 inch in diameter.
- Jar and bottle opener. This small opener works for twist bottle caps and medicine bottle lids.
- The Scuba Sealed Mug Lids are made of durable, translucent polypropylene (or clear polycarbonate, where noted) to allow monitoring of hot and cold liquid intake. Lids are interchangeable among all beverage containers providing maximum versatility and practicality. All Independence Drinkware items are microwave safe and dishwasher safe to 228°F (109°C). Latex free. Come in Spouted and Anti-splash Lids
- Bag Opener with Magnet: This Bag Opener with Magnet is ideal for people who have weak hands and wrists and experience difficulty opening sealed plastic bags. The sharp point punctures and slits open plastic bags. Use the magnet to keep the opener in a handy place, such as on a refrigerator door.
- Liquid Pouring Aid: Useful for people with vision impairment, the Liquid Pouring Aid easily determines when a container of liquid is filled to within approximately one inch of the top. Hang unit over lip of container. When liquid reaches height, a buzzer will sound and unit will vibrate. Operates on 3 long-life chromium batteries (included). One year warranty.
- Steady Spoon: The Steady Spoon counter weights keep the spoon bowl level no matter what the adult or child’s arm position or level of tremor, preventing food spillage. Hook & loop strap on built-up handle eliminates need for strong grasp. The spoon’s weight gives added proprioceptive input for children with PDD and SI problems. Dishwasher safe up to 220°F. Latex free.