Handicapped

Wheelchair accessories for the senior citizen on the go
Trick out that wheelchair with wheelchair accessories
A wheelchair can be a very boring place to be unless, of course, you've tricked out that chair with wheelchair accessories such as those I've selected on this Squidoo article. I have a 95 year old Mom, Gertie, who just broke her hip and had hip surgery. Her wheelchair has become a more intricate part of our daily lives now that she's unsteady on her feet. So, in order to make the wheelchair more useful, I've been finding wheelchair accessories to aid in this task. The picture shown is of my...

Call systems for caregivers or in home health aides
Call alarms are a must have if you're dealing with a fall risk patient
As my 95 year old Mom recovers from a fractured hip, I've started to investigate items that I must have in my house in order to bring her home, and, that's where call systems for caregivers or in home health aides comes into play. Mom fell when she was getting up (from the toilet - but that's beside the point...) and broke her hip. It was her first broken bone and, I hope, her last. After surgery 3 days later to insert screws and a metal plate, she was transferred to rehab which is where I'm ...

Duro-Med 2-Button Adjustable Aluminum Folding Walker with 5 Inch Wheels
If you need assistance walking, the Duro-Med 2-Button Adjustable Aluminum Folding Walker might be ri
As one who cares for her 94 year old mother, I'm intimately aware of the benefits of using just the right walker and the Duro-Med 2-Button Adjustable Aluminum Folding Walker is just what the doctor orders and I bought. My mom has slowed down in her old age and is no longer so steady on her feet so we actually have two of these walkers in the house - on on each floor. We've had both walkers for about 8 years now and, besides replacing the slider feet, that's all the maintenance we've ever done...

Duro-Med Steel 3-Wheel Rollator
Duro-Med Steel 3-Wheel Rollator - style, function, and elegance
The Duro-Med Steel 3-Wheel Rollator is just the right choice for a portable, reliable, stylish handicap walker. The 3 wheels on this walker give stablility for those who don't really need to lean heavily on a walker but rather need it for just a bit of support. The Duro-Med Steel 3-Wheel Rollator comes complete with a pouch to store personal items or assist when shopping - heck, a small dog would probably ride along happily. This walker is suitable for indoor or outdoor use and comes with la...