We love to hear about your hobbies and we have information about gadgets that could help you continue with your art or craft including grips to make paintbrush handles thicker, one-handed knitting devices and grip gloves. If we find that the right gadgets or equipment does not exist then we can refer you on to REMAP, a charity of Occupational Therapists and technicians, carpenters, and engineers who can make, adapt or invent the right gadget for you to continue with your hobby.
Reading may be easier if the print is larger and we have some simple magnifiers that you can try for reading books, newspapers, and documents. We have simple supports that hold books and tablets to keep them at the best angle for you to see the text, turn the page or press the buttons such as: the book chair, or the gimble hands-free reader.
Writing may be difficult for you because of reduced grip, reduced range of movement or tremor. Sitting position and table height will make a big difference and we can try different set-ups to see what works for you. We also have a range of pen and pencil hold and grip options for you to try such as: the pen again, ring pen, or shaped grippies.
Computer access can be improved by supportive seating and the right table height. We have a range of specialist mice and keyboards and can help you to find equipment and gadgets to support you at work and home. See our technology for work and leisure equipment guide for more information on how we can support with returning or adapting the workspace.
If you enjoy cooking and baking, there are gadgets to help you such as the staybowlizer which keeps your bowl still when mixing and all-in-one choppers and mixers from companies like Ninja.
If you love to play Games, there are aids to help with holding playing cards and large dice if dexterity is a problem! We also have a range of large button simplified tv remotes for you to see and try.