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:
- For mobility
- In the car
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 Mobility
Cane / walking stick
Scooter / power wheelchair
Walker
Wheelchair
Crutches
Balance bike
Assistive Devices for Driving
Adaptation to Seeing Behind
Backup camera
Wide angled mirrors
Adaptation to Car Starting
Automatic / remote start
Key turner
Car Part Extension
Easy release / loose gearshift
Tri pin steering wheel
Turn signal extender
Pedal extensions
Smart Technology
Autopark
Car Seat Adaptation
Ergonomic seats / cushions
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