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As age increases, the physical capabilities as well as self-care abilities gradually declines. Individuals can use various types of assistive devices to help with daily activities and to maintain functional independence despite physical and cognitive decline. Caregivers can base on the needs of these individuals to aid in selecting the appropriate assistive devices, to enable the individual to live safely and independently. This will improve their confidence, self-image and self-care abilities.
Assistive device is a specially designed device to assist people who have difficulty to perform activities of daily living. It can be applied in different situations, including dressing, feeding, toileting, bathing, grooming, household activities) and mobility (lifting and transfer). Commonly used devices can be classified into the following categories:
Dressing, bathing, toileting, cooking and eating are all areas that Basic Assistive Devices can be utilized. This will depend on the area of concern to be targeted.
Devices and features of devices to help perform tasks:
specialized handles and grip
devices that extend reach
bath board
shower chair
bathroom grab bar
long handed brush
jar opener
stocking aid
long handled shoehorn
button hook
mug with 2 handles
adapted chopsticks
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9.long handled shoehorn
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10.button hook
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11.mug with 2 handles
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