Tips on Reaching

Do It Yourself Sock Aid

Slide a rolled up magazine into a sock so you can put on the sock without catching your toes

Do It Yourself Shoe and Socks Reacher

Use a kitchen tongs to help you put your shoes on and off.

Make Sink Bottom Higher

Turn a dish rack upside down in teh sink.

Create Surface for Seated Kitchen Work

Put a cutting board on an opened cabinet drawer and sit in a chair.

Make Tie Shoes Slip On

Elastic laces can make your shoes slip on.

Hold Slip On Shoe in Place

Wedge your shoe into a corner for stability

Dressing Safely

Prop your foot on a chair when putting on shoes and socks.

Use a Non Slip Tray

Non slip trays can help keep items organized and easily reached.

Do It Yourself Washer/Dryer Clothes Reachers

Use a reacher or kitchen tongs to get to hard to reach clothing in the washer and dryer.

Do It Yourself Reachers for Dressing

Use a kitchen tongs as a reachers

Do It Yourself Dressing Stick

Make a dressing stick by screwing a cup or coat hook into the end of a wooden dowel rod.

Pick Up Clothes Easily

Use a hanger to pick up clothing from the floor or for dressing.