Tips on Stroke

Increase Chair or Couch Height

Use a cushion to help elevate your seat.

Do It Yourself Sock Aid

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

Make Zipper Tab Easy to Pull

Put a key ring or string through the zipper tab to make it easier to zip.

Help Emptying Heavy Bowls

Drape a wet cloth over a pot.

Do It Yourself Shoe and Socks Reacher

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

Parking Tip

Ask the driver to not park too close to the curb.

Hands Free Door Opening

Tie a string loop around the knob or handle.

Easy Hold Sock Aid

Wrap the strap aide around both hands and lower arms to help put socks on.

Easy Open Bag Clip

Use a clothespin or bag clip to close plastic storage bags.

Keep Pot Still When Stirring

Keep a filled teakettle on the cooktop.

Create Surface for Seated Kitchen Work

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

Hold Food with Tongs

Tongs can help keep fruit and vegetables steady while you are cutting them.