Adaptive Products
Finding the right product can make everyday tasks easier, safer, or simply less frustrating. Here you’ll find practical products and everyday solutions that may help with accessibility, independence, comfort, and daily living.
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Everyday Living
RMS 2-Pack Grabber Reacher Set — 34" and 21"
I own this set and especially like the harder-to-find 21-inch reacher for everyday tasks. The 34-inch size gives extra reach when needed. Both have easy-pull triggers, rotating jaws, and a rigid design that doesn’t bend — something I prefer because flexible grabbers have been less durable in my experience.
Hands-Free Electric Can Opener
I own and use this hands-free can opener. It automatically moves around the lid, making it a helpful option for anyone who has difficulty gripping or turning a traditional can opener.
OXO Good Grips Twisting Jar Opener with Base Pad
I use a similar style of jar opener and find this type of tool helpful when gripping and twisting tight lids is difficult. This OXO version also includes a non-slip base pad to help keep the jar steady while opening.
Multifunctional Bedside Clocks & Lighting
LED Desk Lamp with Clock & Wireless Charging
Combining a digital clock, wireless phone charging, and LED lighting in one convenient device, this multifunctional lamp can help simplify a bedside or workspace setup. Its adjustable lighting offers a more practical option for reading, locating items, or providing additional illumination in a dark room. Having several everyday functions in one place may also reduce the need to reach for multiple devices.
Decorative Bedside Clock with Wireless Charging
For those who prefer something with a warmer, more decorative aesthetic, this book-inspired bedside clock offers another option. It combines a digital clock, wireless charging, Bluetooth functionality, and built-in lighting in a design that blends naturally with bedroom furnishings. Its lighting appears better suited for ambiance and gentle illumination rather than serving as a primary reading lamp or providing substantial room lighting.
**When choosing a multifunctional bedside device, consider your lighting needs, available space, and how easily you can operate its controls. Decorative lighting and functional task lighting may serve very different purposes.
Home Accessibility
Power Lift Recliner
A power lift recliner offers the comfort of traditional living room furniture with added functionality. This Neioml model reclines to a fully flat position and raises the seat forward and upward to assist with transitioning from sitting to standing. It also features adjustable positioning, an extended footrest, built-in massage, and lumbar heating.
I've owned and used a power lift recliner for over a decade, and it's a great example of how practical accessibility features can blend into everyday home furnishings without making a space feel clinical. While mine is an older model without the massage and heat features, this chair offers a more modern take on the same concept.
When choosing a lift recliner, be sure to check the dimensions carefully. Consider not only whether the seat height, width, and depth will comfortably accommodate your body, but also whether the chair will fit your living space, including the additional room needed when fully reclined.
Portable Wheelchair Ramp
Not every home has an accessible entrance, especially when visiting family and friends. This portable folding ramp can help bridge small steps and raised thresholds, making it easier to enter with a wheelchair. Its nonslip surface and folding design make it a convenient option for temporary access when the entrance height and ramp dimensions are suitable.
Adjustable Rolling Desk
I own and use this adjustable-height rolling desk with my power wheelchair. The height and separate work surfaces can be adjusted to fit around my chair, giving me more flexibility with positioning and legroom while working. It also features locking wheels to help keep the desk in place during use. Depending on your needs, it can function as either a seated or standing workstation.
This desk adjusts manually from 26.9 to 46.8 inches and has three adjustable work surfaces.
Shower Seating Options
Teak Shower Bench — Decorative Option
Accessibility doesn't have to come at the expense of personal style. This teak shower bench offers a natural, spa-inspired appearance while providing a convenient place to sit during bathing. With its slatted design for water drainage, adjustable nonslip feet, and built-in storage shelf, it combines everyday functionality with a look that blends beautifully into bathroom decor.
Adjustable Shower Chair — Supportive Option
For those who need additional stability or support while bathing, an adjustable shower chair offers a practical alternative. This option features a backrest, removable armrests, nonslip feet, and adjustable seat height to accommodate different needs. It's also a useful choice for temporary situations, such as recovering from an injury or surgery, or when a more supportive bathing solution is preferred.
**When choosing shower seating, consider your individual needs, including seat height, weight capacity, available shower space, and whether additional back or arm support is necessary. A decorative bench may work well for some, while others may benefit from a chair designed for greater stability and assistance.