This one-hour webinar covers assistive technology, adaptive devices, and considerations for preparing and cooking food at home. Solutions for individuals with arthritis, limited grip strength, dexterity and fine motor issues, stamina, upper limb differences, low vision and blindness, executive dysfunction, dementia, and more will be highlighted.

 

 

Topic Resource Direct Links

0:00 Introduction

10:14 Functional Environment

11:56 WayAround WayTags for Visually Impaired

13:37 Tactile Labels for Identifying Appliance Settings

14:33 Everything in its Place

15:33 Grippers for Opening Bottles and Jars

17:02 Bottle, Can and Jar Openers

19:03 Quality Utensils and Tools

21:08 Add-ons to Make Your Favorite Utensils Easier to Hold

23:23 More Ways to Make Your Favorite Utensils Easier to Hold

24:35 Measuring Dry Ingredients

27:03 Measuring Ingredients – Consider Montessori Tools/Learning Manipulatives

28:17 Measuring Ingredients – Talking Scale

28:47 Measuring Liquids

29:39 Dycem Non-Slip

30:55 Pouring Aids

33:44 Cutting Boards

34:35 Combination Cutting Board

Quick Links Continued

35:38 Etac Fix Food Preparation Board

36:53 Knives

38:46 Cutting Safety Devices

40:46 Safer Knife Alternatives

41:49 Multi-Purpose Chopping Devices

43:14 Food Processors

43:48 Mixing Bowls

45:45 Electric Mixers

47:12 Seasoning

48:43 Cooking on the Stove

54:23 Cooking in the Oven

54:29 Talking Instant Read Meat Thermometer

55:09 Stove and Oven Safety

56:38 Low Vision and Visual Timers

58:13 Timers on Smart Assistants like Alexa, Siri, Google

59:23 More Helpful Resources for Preparing Food at Home

59:38 Part 2 Topics and Future Webinars

1:00:05 Connect with an Expert and Try Before You Buy

1:01:26 Contact Us

 

 

This one-hour webinar highlights assistive technology and adapted devices for eating and drinking.

 

 

 

 

Topic Resource Direct Links

0:00 Introduction

1:46 Adapted Eating and Drinking Devices Can Help List

3:35 What We’ll Cover Today

4:39 Helpful Items for Many Types of Eating/Drinking Needs

9:20 Limited or No Grip Strength Pain from Grasping

9:45 Add-Ons to Make Existing Utensils Easier to Grasp

13:58 Add-On Straps for Those with Very Limited or No Grip Strength

16:39 2 DIY Options to Make Utensils Easier to Hold

19:20 Utensils with Built-Up or Ergonomic Grips

21:41 Adapted Utensils for Those with Limited or No Grip Strength

25:05 Rocker Knives for Reduced Strength, Dexterity, and One-Handed Use

27:23 Lightweight Utensils for Those for Whom Grasping Causes Pain

29:17 Spill-Proof Cups

30:23 Limited or No Muscle Control

30:45 Hand and Forearm Weights for Tremors

Quick Links Continued

 

32:36 Weighted Utensils

33:52 Covered/Scoop Spoons

35:57 Stabilizing Utensils

39:34 Non-Electric Stabilizers

40:58 Obi Robotic Feeding Device

43:09 Upper Extremity Differences or Disabilities

43:28 Knork

44:41 Angled Utensils for Those with Limited Arm and Wrist Movement

46:43 Dementia and Visual Impairments

47:00 Color and Contrast

49:25 Sensory Issues

52:15 Give the Perfect Portion/ The Right Bite

53:24 Utensils with Different Textures

55:46 Connect with an Expert and Try Before You Buy

57:57 Contact Us

 

Check out our Loan Library & Try Before You Buy!

Non-Slip on both sides, the mats grip a wide range of surfaces, whilst providing an unbeatable grip for any item.
     Dycem Non-Slip Pad – Blue

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This cutting board has an attached chef’s knife to help with chopping. The knife is attached at the tip with a hinge and can be moved in an arc of about 90 degrees for slicing.
     Cutting Board with Pivot Knife

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Large 3" Display with easy-to-read bold clear digits. Quick-set minute and seconds buttons allows for easy and fast operation. Ultra-loud beeper alarm means that you'll never miss it, even if you're in another room.
     Kitchen Timer and Stopwatch Lavatools

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Weighted Utensils help those afflicted with Parkinson's disease and other illnesses that cause tremors of the hand. Ergonomically designed for superior comfort.
     Weighted fork

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