These resources were collected from research studies conducted by McMaster occupational therapy students working with CAPA: Marisa, Sarah, Bella, Megan, and Rebecca. Data was collected from studies which included the CAPA community to learn more about the assistive devices participants found most useful.
This section includes descriptions of assistive devices participants used and found helpful for:
- In the kitchen and cooking
- In the bathroom
- In the bedroom
- Generally around the house
Thank you to all participants for their contributions!
The titles of the assistive tools can be used as search terms and can be purchased online from retailers such as:
Or in-person, from stores such as:
- Home health stores
- Department stores
- Furniture stores
- Home improvement stores
- Pharmacies
Where applicable, the brands participants used have been included throughout.
Assistive Devices for the Kitchen
Kitchen Tools
Anti-cut gloves
Mandolin vegetable slicer
Reacher / grabber
Spring loaded scissors
Adaptive pouring device
Tin / jar opener
Lightweight pots and pans
Grip Aids / Adaptive Utensils
Bowls with handles
Utensil grip adapter
Pot grips
Bigger grip utensils
Right handled knife
Easy grip water container
Environmental Adaptations
Anti-fatigue mat
Magnetic wall mount for knives
D-shaped cupboard handles
Water faucet handles
Smart Technology
Push salt / pepper grinders
Electric can opener
Mixer
Smart frying pan
Robot vacuum
Dishwasher
Blender
Electric spin scrubber (Leebein)
Assistive Devices for the Bathroom
Bathing / Showering Aids
Shower bench or chair
Ergonomic shower door handle
Long-handled body brush
Shampoo application brush
Ergonomic shaped soap (ex. Method, Dove)
Reacher / grabber
Grab Bars / Transfer Devices
Grab bars
Bath lift (Medline)
Hoyer lift
Bathroom armrest
Non-Slip / Fall Safety
Shower mat
Non-slip floors
Carpet bathroom rug
Slippers
Toileting / Personal Care Aids
Handle wipe aid (Pedicare)
Raised toilet seat
Bidet
Hygiene / Grooming Aids
Eyedrop holder
Long handle hairbrush
Electric toothbrush
Adaptive nail clippers
Stool (for fatigue)
Assistive Devices for the Bedroom
Dressing and Personal Care
Button Hook
Shoehorn
Sock aid
Dressing stick
Zipper hook
Wheeled drawers
“Push-to-open” magnetic latches
Reacher / grabber
Bed Mobility
Bed rail
Support and Positioning
Body pillow
Orthopedic pillow
Wedge pillows
Magnetotherapy devices
Gel support pad / cushion
Smart Technology
Smart bed
Smart voice / sound control devices (e.g. lamp)
Orthoses
Brace
Splint compression garment
Assistive Devices for Around the House
Smart Home Devices
Automated doors / door openers
Google home / voice control (for lights, speakers, and curtains)
Fingerprint locks
Smart home remote controls
Home Modifications
Rails / grab bars installations
Stair lift
Ramps
Furniture
Frameless / lightweight furniture
Low bookshelves
Adaptive Devices
Reacher / grabber
Toggle light switches
Doorknob grips
Key turner
Door handles
Shoehorn
Wheeled drawers
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