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Easily put on a necklace

April 20, 2016 in Challenge

Do you have an idea that could help? Why not post a solution!

opening sports cap drinks

April 20, 2016 in Challenge, Post

Do you have a special technique to open pesky sports cap drinks?

Using a walking frame on the bus

April 20, 2016 in Challenge

Does anyone have a similar experience using a walking frame or rollator on the bus? What do you do to make things easier?

pool friendly communication board

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

Using a communication board can be tricky in different environments, so here’s a tutorial on make one that will work in and out of the pool!

Download the full tutorial here

Floating_Communication_Board

Hair washing fix

April 20, 2016 in Post

Originally posted here

Bend a washing up brush (the kind with a foam pad and reservoir for the washing up liquid) and fill with shampoo and water mix for an easier hair washing experience.

Washing_up Brish_hair_washer

Adapting jigsaw puzzles

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

Here’s a tutorial with ideas for making puzzles more accessible for children with disabilities. Use magnets or velcro on an easily graspable handle, and also on each puzzle piece.

Download the full tutorial here

Let us know if you’ve tried this out!

Adapted_Puzzles

 

Computer mouse fix

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

A fix for children learning to use a mouse for the first time, and anyone who needs help positioning their finger on the button.

Use a toy jewellery ring (with the gem cut off!) to make a guide for your finger. Check the position of the ring on the mouse, and use a double sided sticky foam pad to attach it.

Computer_mouse_ring

Clothes peg straw holder

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

Fed up with straws moving around when you try to drink? This simple fix could help someone unable to tip their head to drink, and looks great for kids too!

Use a larger straw or plastic tube glued onto the clothes peg so you can remove the drinking straw and replace after each use.

Share what you think of this fix in the comments

Peg_straw_holder

double handle drink holder

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

Cut two holes in the base of a foam can cooler and thread through straps to make an easily grippable drinks holder

Comment if you’ve tried this fix!

beverage-holder

Non-skid bowl fix

April 20, 2016 in Solution

Originally posted here

Follow this tutorial to make any bowl non-skid – this looks great for anyone with an arm in a cast or sling and looking for a quick fix!

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