Tips by Nina

Manuscript holder

Manuscript holder

Small lightweight manuscript holder that works well for one paper

Folding book holder

Folding book holder

Book holder – important assistive device for persons who cannot hold books

Wrist bandage with handle

Wrist bandage with handle

Strip sewn onto wrist bandage helps assistants to lift the arm of persons with extensive disabilities without pulling on their wrist

Large mirror on casters

Large mirror on casters

A mirror is an important assistive device for correcting seated position – suitable for persons who lack sensation

Mini flashlight

Mini flashlight

Small flashlight helps personal assistants work at night without disturbing the person with disabilities

Shade against light

Shade against light

An assistive device to avoid being disturbed by light at night – suitable for persons who have help from personal assistants

Neck roll cushion

Neck roll cushion

The neck roll supports and helps to relax the neck during moves – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities who use a personal lift

Positioning cushions in bed

Positioning cushions in bed

Positioning cushions to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities

Brushing teeth

Brushing teeth

A toothbrush that makes it easier for someone who needs help brushing teeth and that makes brushing teeth easier for persons with limited motor function

Custom-designed easel

Custom-designed easel

Easel that makes it possible to paint with mouth – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities

Book cushion

Book cushion

Tray with soft knee cushion as book support – suitable for persons who cannot hold a book

Camera arm

Camera arm

Assistive device for persons with extensive disabilities

Taking photos with mouth

Taking photos with mouth

Camera on stand with remote control – a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities

Lap and hand cushions

Lap and hand cushions

Cushions in colors that match clothing on which to place arms and hands when sitting in the wheelchair – a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities

TV in bedroom

TV in bedroom

Mounting the TV on the wall makes it easy to watch TV while lying in bed – suitable for persons who have to spend a lot of time in bed

Ventilator

Ventilator

Ventilator and its placement on the wheelchair

Rain cover for ventilator

Rain cover for ventilator

Rain cover for ventilator – an important aid for persons who have their ventilator on the wheelchair

Fire blanket

Fire blanket

Accessible fire blanket increases security for persons who have difficulties moving

Projector clock

Projector clock

Assistive device suitable for persons with extensive disabilities

Transfer mat

Transfer mat

Glide mat for easy horizontal moves for persons with extensive disabilities and for assistants

Adapted jacket

Adapted jacket

Adapted jacket – facilitates dressing for persons who need assistance

Step in hard foam

Step in hard foam

Steps that help personal assistants achieve the right working height

Calendar

Calendar

A calendar facilitates organization and planning for personal assistants

Dental care card

Dental care card

Free dental care – a right for persons with extensive disabilities (in Sweden)

Tube heater

Tube heater

The tube heater reduces condensation in the ventilator tube when the user is out in the cold

Make-up mirror

Make-up mirror

Adjustable mirror helps persons unable to hold a mirror

Fur

Fur

Fur keeps legs warm – suitable for wheelchair users who easily freeze

Hockey pucks

Hockey pucks

Hockey pucks can be used as blocks to raise hotel beds – suitable for persons with disabilities