The mouthpiece on the pen makes it easier to write with the mouth – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
Tips from Nina
Nina lives in an apartment. She is working part time. She was injured in 1996 and has a high tetraplegia (C4). She is a ventilator user. She has two personal assistants 24 hours a day.
Book cushion
Tray with soft knee cushion as book support – suitable for persons who cannot hold a book [..]
Camera arm
Assistive device for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
Taking photos with mouth
Camera on stand with remote control – a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
Clock on wheelchair display
A clock that is always accessible when sitting in the wheelchair [..]
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
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 [..]
Wheelchair with various steering options
A variety of steering options for an electric wheelchair are important for persons who use their head to drive and easily develop neck pain [..]
Ventilator
Ventilator and its placement on the wheelchair [..]
Rain cover for ventilator
Rain cover for ventilator – an important aid for persons who have their ventilator on the wheelchair [..]
Bag valve mask (Ambu bag)
Convenient bag valve mask – an important assistive device for ventilator users [..]
Fire blanket
Accessible fire blanket increases security for persons who have difficulties moving [..]
Mobile phone with holder on wheelchair
Mobile phone with headset – assistive device for persons without arm and hand function [..]
Custom-designed easel
Easel that makes it possible to paint with mouth – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
Brush with mouthpiece
Adapted brush – suitable for persons who paint with their mouth [..]
Manuscript holder
Small lightweight manuscript holder that works well for one paper [..]
Folding book holder
Book holder – important assistive device for persons who cannot hold books [..]
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 [..]
Suction device and suction bottle
Suction device, an important assistive device for ventilator users with tracheostomy [..]
Adapted baggage cart
Emergency equipment cart for ventilator user [..]
Large mirror on casters
A mirror is an important assistive device for correcting seated position – suitable for persons who lack sensation [..]
Stand for ventilator tube by the bed
Stand with ventilator tube holder – assistive device for persons who use a ventilator [..]
Mini flashlight
Small flashlight helps personal assistants work at night without disturbing the person with disabilities [..]
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
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 to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
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 [..]
Projector clock
Assistive device suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]
Small wheelchair table for tea cup
Cup with straw on wheelchair table enables persons with extensive disabilities to drink unassisted [..]
Warming stone made out of soapstone
Soapstone is used to keep food warm – practical for slow eaters [..]
