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Creating a safer, more accessible home starts with small changes. Whether you're supporting aging in place, recovering from surgery, or living with a chronic condition, the right tools can make everyday tasks easier, safer, and more dignified.
Head inside for a room-by-room guide to the best daily living aids, curated to meet the needs of real people in real homes.
A. Bathroom Safety & Support
A place of hard surfaces, water, and soap, the bathroom is known for slips and falls among able bodied people. For those who are less surefooted, this room is downright dangerous. But with the right aids, that danger can be washed away.
1. Shower – Homecraft Shower Chair with Back
A sturdy shower chair provides seated stability during bathing, reducing fall risk for those with limited balance or fatigue. The backrest adds comfort and support, making showering safer and more relaxing.
2. Bathtub – Splash Defense Transfer Bench with Curtain Guard Protection
This bench bridges the gap between tub and floor, allowing safe seated transfers. The built-in curtain guard helps keep water inside the tub, minimizing slippery spills and cleanup hassles.
3. Wall – Homecraft Steel Grab Bars
Install these in the shower, by the toilet, or near the tub for added stability. They provide a firm grip for those who need extra balance support when transitioning in and out of bathing or toileting areas.
4. Toilet – Savanah Raised Toilet Seat
Raising the toilet height makes sitting and standing easier for people with joint pain, limited mobility, or after surgery. The contoured design offers both comfort and convenience.
B. Medicine Cabinet Essentials
For those with multiple bottles of prescriptions and pain management pills, the medicine cabinet can quickly become overwhelming. Simplify medication with these management tools.
1. Pill Management – Pill Splitter and Crusher Combo
This dual-purpose device simplifies medication preparation. Whether splitting pills for accurate dosing or crushing them for easier swallowing, it’s ideal for users with dexterity issues or swallowing difficulties.
2. Daily Dosing – MedCenter Talking Medication Organizer
This talking organizer uses audio and visual alerts to remind users when to take medications. It's perfect for those managing complex medication schedules or memory concerns.
C. Kitchen & Dining Room Aids
Eating should be an enjoyable experience, but for those with compromised motor control, it can become uncomfortable and even embarrassing. Return dignity to dining with these dining aids.
1. Tabletop – Weighted Utensils
Ideal for those with tremors or poor grip strength, these utensils provide extra control and reduce spillage during meals.
2. Cup – Spillproof Mug with Clear Lid
Designed to minimize spills and accommodate various grip styles, this mug is great for anyone with hand weakness, tremors, or limited mobility.
3. Surface Stability – Sammons Preston Non-Slip Material
Keep plates, bowls, or cutting boards in place with this versatile grip material. It enhances independence by preventing items from sliding during use.
4. Mealtime Independence – Obi Robotic Feeder
For users with minimal or no upper body mobility, this robotic feeder provides a dignified way to eat independently with customizable positioning and control.
5. Cooking Safety – Large Digit Timer
Avoid overcooking and improve kitchen safety with this easy-to-read timer. Its large display is ideal for low vision users, and its portability adds flexibility.
6. Opening Jars – Trio Jar & Bottle Opener
Tight lids are no match for this multi-functional opener. It accommodates various jar sizes and requires less hand strength, making food prep more manageable.
D. Bedroom Accessibility
Often a retreat of privacy and comfort, the bedroom can become a place of stress and frustration. Reclaim the space with dressing and rising aids.
1. Closet – Deluxe Dressing Stick
Great for putting on clothes without bending or straining. The hook end helps with jackets or pants, while the push/pull end assists with positioning garments.
2. Nightstand – Rigid Leg Lifter
Move legs into bed or onto footrests with ease. This tool helps individuals with weak hip flexors or recovering from lower-body surgery.
3. Bedside – M-Rail Bedside Assist
This sturdy rail offers support when getting in and out of bed. It promotes independence while reducing the risk of nighttime falls.
4. Bed – MedCline LP Shoulder Relief System
Ergonomically designed for side-sleepers with shoulder pain, this positioning system aligns the body to relieve pressure and promote restful sleep.
E. Entryway & Mudroom Mobility
Getting out of the house should never have to be a struggle. Keeping a couple of aids by the front door can assist the process and make leaving the house easier.
1. Sock Application – Sock/Stocking Aid with Foam Handles
Pulling on socks doesn’t have to be a struggle. This tool makes dressing easier for individuals with back, hip, or knee limitations.
2. Footwear – E-Z Slide Shoehorn
Slide shoes on smoothly without bending over. Its long handle and smooth surface reduce strain and support independence.
F. Living Room Comfort & Convenience
Relaxing in your own home should be natural; but limited mobility can make it difficult. With these accommodations, taking a load off won’t become its own kind of burden anymore.
1. Seating – Overbed Table with Casters
Not just for beds—this table is ideal beside couches or recliners. It offers a stable surface for meals, books, or laptops and rolls easily where needed.
2. Reaching – Sammons Preston Reacher
Grasp dropped items or retrieve hard-to-reach objects without bending. A must-have for anyone with mobility limitations or recent surgery.
3. Chair – SitnStand Lift Assist
This inflatable cushion lifts users to a standing position with the push of a button—perfect for users who need help standing but want to avoid full-time lift chairs.
Bonus: Kits for Specialized Care
For those managing pain or recovering from surgery, these kits can assist in mitigating symptoms and conditions.
Includes everything needed for at-home pain relief—hot/cold therapy, massage, and tools to reduce discomfort from chronic conditions.
Supports hygiene and foot health for those with limited flexibility, making tasks like trimming nails or washing feet easier and safer.
A starter set for post-surgery recovery or general home safety, featuring tools for dressing, bathing, and mobility in one convenient bundle.
Recap
Empowering independence and promoting safety at home doesn’t require a complete remodel—just the right tools in the right places. From the shower to the dining table, these thoughtfully selected aids for daily living are designed to meet the unique needs of every room and every user. Whether you're aging in place, recovering from surgery, or helping a loved one maintain their autonomy, small upgrades can make a life-changing difference in daily comfort, function, and confidence.
Medical Disclaimer: The information provided on this site, including text, graphics, images, and other material are for informational purposes only and are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.
