Assistive Technology and their Uses
| AT | Uses |
Uccello Black and White Tipping Kettle  | The Uccello Kettle is ergonomically designed to allow you to deliver steaming hot water by gently tipping the kettle.Kettle is poured with a simple tilting actionMakes pouring a kettle feel light as a feather, while also opening a world of confidence and independence for anyone who wishes to handle boiling hot water safely.Energy conservation.Good for individuals experiencing joint pains and weakness of the muscles. |
HandyBar | Automotive mobility safety tool that helps you get in and out of cars safelyFeatures a built-in window breaker and seat belt cutterPerfect for the elderly, injured, or anyone who needs mobility assistanceEasily slides into car door latch for optimal leverageWeight capacity is 350 pounds |
Jar opener and ring Pull Can Opener Set  | Jar opener and ring Pull Can Opener Set Assists with opening ring pull cans, and sealed jars.· The Jar opener easily pops stubborn vacuum lids off jars and bottles with no twisting or pulling, and leaves lids undamaged so they can still be reused.· The Ring Pull Can Opener opens cans effortlessly with its leaver action, gently peeling back lids safely. · Makes opening cans and jars safe and simple· Leaver action easily opens jars and cans · Perfect for vacuum lids and ring pull cans· Won’t damage reusable lids· Large, easy grip, comfortable handles· Specially designed for those with hand dexterity issues |
Weighted knife | Weighted knife has an adjustable metal shaft that allows it to be twisted to an angle for use with either the right or left hand. · Cushion grip handle with added weight helps users cut foods with an easy rocking motion.· Provides 6 oz of weight in the built-up handle to provide more control for people with limited hand control, Parkinson’s or spasticity. · Extra weight helps minimize tremors while eating. |
One touch Automatic Can Opener | One–touch operated Can opener that stabilises the Can while opening the lid· One touch button operation· No use of force to perforate cans· Powered by 2 x AA batteries· Gives a sense of independence to someone with arthritis and weak hands.· Makes opening cans a much pleasant experience |
One touch Automatic Jar Opener | One–touch operated jar opener that stabilises the jar while opening the lid· Simply place on any lid up to 9cm, push button and it will automatically tighten and rotate, breaking factory seals.· Measurement, 19L x10W x 7.5Dcm· Powered by 2 x AA batteries· Gives a sense of independence to someone with arthritis |
Double Blade Mezzaluna with Board | Double Blade Mezzaluna with Board is ergonomically designed for highly efficient chopping of herbs, garlic, and other smaller foods· Two handles that provide a safe, secure, and comfortable grip while chopping minimizing risk of potential finger injuries.· Stainless steel that is easy to clean. |
ETAC Relieve Angled Knife (small) | Etac’s Relieve ergonomic knives have an angled handle and sharp edge which make cutting easier. · Facilitates cutting with a straight wrist to utilise hand and arm strength, and relieve strain on the fingers, hands, and wrists.· Available in two sizes, one for a normal-sized adult hand and one for small or children’s hands.· Has an oval handle for stable grip, and gently curved top to support the thumb. |
ETAC Fix and Cut Preparation Board | An innovative board that stays secure and stable on your benchtop, while helping to keep food or cooking utensils in place making it easy to prepare food with only one hand.· Good for individuals with one hand· Board is light weight and easy to clean.· Great for single handed food preparation or some additional support when cutting, whisking, grating, or chopping. |
Bath Sponge 18’’ | The Bath Sponge is an ideal aid to promote independence while showering or bathing. · Easy to use· Lightweight· Measurement: overall length 59cm, Sponge diameter 14cm. |
Non-Slip Placemat | Non-slip placemat has a special coating on both sides of the mat to help when eating and ensure against unwanted slippage. · The anti-slip property of the top surface is guaranteed to hold dishes firmly and securely, ensuring the plate does not need to be held while eating.· The special coating on the bottom surface prevents the mat from slipping on the table or eating surface. Easy to wipe clean.· Dimensions 395 x 275 mm |
Children’s Scissors Stirex-Ergonomic, Self-opening | Ergonomic self-opening children’s or pocket scissors with precision made blunt blades and fronts adjusted to cut in any position by a simple squeezing. · Fits both right- and left-handed users. · The self-opening feature reducing hand fatigue. · The unique spring band design actually reduces closing grip pressure as handles continue to cutting motion. · The ergonomic lightweight contoured handles distribute grip pressure reducing contact stress and fits your hand to provide maximum comfort and control. · All our scissors are light, reliable, and comfortable with a self-opening handle which is working in a soft and smooth way and with low spring pressure. · Observe that no distal finger control is required. Pressure is distributed evenly over the surface of the palm, limiting stress on individual joints. · Requires no thumb opposition. · The spring band is fitted to the rear parts of the handle to obtain the suitable spring function with a well-balanced pressure and an additional feature is that if the spring band weakens it can simply be unclipped from the handle and turned round to restore all its effectiveness. |
Peak Shoehorn 57cm (23inch) Plastic | Useful dressing solution that can assist you if you have difficulty bending to reach your feet to slip on their shoes.· Helpful for individuals with limited or painful movement· Extremely lightweight and easy to use· Works on most types of footwear |
Reacher Pick Up Short 34cm | The Homecraft Pick-Up Reacher is a unique lightweight, robust and wear resistant reacher.· Ideal deal for retrieving or reaching a wide variety of items in the home, garden or out shopping.· Easy to use, store and transport.· Able to hold 454g or less. |
Plastic Spread Board | A durable one-piece injection moulded board with raised L-shape in one corner. This allows bread to be spread, using one hand. Size 181 x 256mm (71/8 x 101/8″). Weight 190g. |
Caring Cutlery Set | Suitable for those with limited wrist functionFull set including knife, fork, spoon, and teaspoonCurved indent to help with directional controlStainless steel suitable for the dishwasher |
Sock and Stocking aid | A lightweight flexible plastic gutter to help pull on socks or stockingGreat for anyone who has difficulty bending due to back problems or hip replacement surgery.Molded design makes it easier to put on socks48″ straps have handles for ease of applicationSlip sock onto the sock aidHolding straps, slip aid over end of footSock is stretched over foot as aid is pulled up and removed |