Mobility and getting around
Reacher grabber tool
$27.92 as of Oct 16, 2:17 PM PDT
Grab things without bending down or reaching up.
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Skip this if:
You run out of this.
Things that make life at home easier for older adults
Everything here is something I'd feel good putting in a family member's house, and you buy it on Amazon the same way you always do.
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What are you trying to solve?
Preventing falls
Easier on your hands
Everyday tasks that need less grip and strength.
Seeing and hearing
See and hear the TV, the phone, and each other more clearly.
Managing health and medications
Living on your own
Comfort and rest
Staying active and engaged
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Start with these
The four I'd hand someone first.
Bathroom safety
Shower transfer bench
$51.61 as of Oct 16, 2:17 PM PDT
Sit and slide in instead of stepping over the tub wall.
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Skip this if: The shower is a narrow walk-in stall. A transfer bench needs a tub to straddle and room beside it, so a plain shower chair fits there.
You run out of this.
Kitchen and eating
Built-up weighted easy-grip utensils
$9.99 as of Oct 16, 2:17 PM PDT
Thick, weighted handles for hands that shake or ache.
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Skip this if:
You run out of this.
Dressing and grooming
Sock aid
$9.97 as of Oct 16, 2:17 PM PDT
Put on socks without bending to your feet.
Good to know:
Skip this if:
You run out of this.
Help with phones, tablets and TVs
I also make house calls in Clark County on weekday evenings and weekends.
Guides
Longer reading for when you aren't sure what to buy yet.
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Blood pressure monitors for seniors: choosing and using one
What makes a monitor easy for older hands and eyes, what to skip, and how to take readings you and the doctor can trust.
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Getting help fast without a monthly bill
Medical alert options that skip the monthly subscription, including watches with automatic fall detection.
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Best shower chairs and transfer benches for seniors
Shower chair, stool, or transfer bench? How to pick the right seat for the bathroom you actually have.
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Are these medical recommendations?
No. I'm not a doctor or a therapist, and these are everyday household things. If a problem involves your health, ask your doctor or an occupational therapist first.