Tools for Mobility-Challenged Seniors

Photo by Mike Bird

In this video, we cover tools for older people and seniors who may have difficulty moving limbs for such tasks as dressing. Often, the elderly are mobility-challenged when endeavoring to push, pull, twist, or reach, and the tools we feature, here are ideal for those who may have difficulty with certain movements. Mostly recommended by health professionals and therapists.

1. The Deluxe Dressing Stick makes putting on and taking off clothing easier. Extra Large Vinyl coated Push/Pull Hook has a unique bend to assist with putting on shirts, pulling up pants, and skirts, or helping put on shoes or removing socks Vinyl coated “C” shaped Cup Hook on the opposite end for pulling zippers and shoelace loops Smooth finish protects delicate fabrics. Lightweight but Sturdy 5/8" diameter hardwood dowel. 28" overall length helps users with limited mobility assistance with dressing and retrieving objects. and it’s available on Amazon.com.
2. Xpand No Tie Shoelaces System with Elastic Laces — One Size Fits All Adult and Kids Shoes SIMPLE AND COMFORTABLE: Never tie your shoes again. Simply install your Xpand Lacing System with the desired tension and slip-on with no hassles day after day. It’s like combining memory foam and shoelaces! They, also, are available on Amazon.com and come in several colors.

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