Top 7 Lifestyle Aids for Independent Living
If you struggle with mobility issues or limited capabilities, everyday tasks can be difficult. Lifestyle aids are specially designed to make these daily tasks a little easier and without the assistance of others.
We have compiled a list of just some of the lifestyle aids that could help you. Don’t struggle at home anymore and have a look at our list of items that could improve your daily life.
Shower and Bath Stools
After a long day, there’s nothing better than a relaxing warm shower. If you find it difficult to stand for an extended period of time, a shower and bath stool could be the help you need. This stool makes getting a nice long shower easier for people with limited mobility and balance issue.
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If you need additional help when it comes to cleaning yourself, look into purchasing a shower brush. The long, textured handles make it easy to grab onto and helps you get to hard-to-reach places without stretching your arms too much – which can be painful and tiring.
Incontinence Products
Incontinence impacts millions of people worldwide and it is caused by various factors. If you are living with incontinence issues, there are a great range of products that will enable you to go about your daily schedule with discreet support.
Incontinence briefs for women and incontinence boxers or briefs for men often come with a secret built-in pad. This underwear can be put into the washing machine and then used again. Alternatively, there are many kinds of absorbent pads which can be placed onto your underwear and disposed of.
Long Reach Grabber
Do you struggle to pick things up from the floor? A long reach grabber could be the right item for you. The long arm helps you reach for objects that would otherwise be out of your way and the pincers at the bottom will hold onto most items.
Adaptive Clothing
Getting dressed is something we all have to do at least twice a day. Make that task as easy as possible with a wardrobe of adaptive clothing. There is a great range of features that make clothes and shoes easy dress.
Elastic waist skirts and trousers allow you to pull your clothes on without resistance while adaptive shoes have one-touch fastenings, so you don’t have to struggle with fiddly laces. Front fastening bras are designed to provide essential support without struggling with clasps on your back.
You can find out more information with this guide to adaptive clothing.
Shopping Trolley
Carrying your shopping all day can be tiring and sometimes even painful. A shopping trolley is a great item if you struggle to carry your shopping bags. The lightweight materials and two wheels make it easy to pull all your purchases with you. With high capacity bags and secure fastening, you’re sure to fit what you need inside.
Garden Kneeler
Gardening can bring great joy to many people – the invigorating fresh air, beautiful garden sights and floral smells. If you enjoy a spot of gardening, don’t make it too difficult for yourself. A garden kneeler is a brilliant piece of equipment for anyone who struggles to stand up after kneeling.
With a sturdy frame and comfortable cushion, you can protect your knees from unnecessary strain (and dirt), while using the handles to push yourself back up to a standing position.
Large Button Phones
If you have issues with your sight, a large button telephone and big button mobile phone could be a helpful solution. The large keys make it easier to dial the right number, while the big clear font helps you find the right number.
Alternatively, there are some great options for magnifying glasses and magnifying screens. These will help you both at home and when you go out.
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