{"id":2775,"date":"2025-08-04T14:17:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T14:17:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/?p=2775"},"modified":"2025-08-04T14:18:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T14:18:42","slug":"top-daily-living-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/advice\/top-daily-living-aids","title":{"rendered":"Top 4 daily living aids: products that make life easier"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some tasks feel harder than they should \u2014 like putting on shoes, picking something up, or holding a cup steady. But the right tool can change that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daily living aids are simple, practical products that make everyday tasks more manageable, especially for people living with arthritis, hand tremors, limited mobility, or recovering from injury. Here are four of our top daily living aids at Access Abilities \u2014 and why our customers keep coming back for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"4 Daily Living Aids That Make Everyday Tasks Easier\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AXSgyUL9vBM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Long-Handled Shoe Horn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting shoes on and off can be frustrating if you have trouble bending. A long-handled shoe horn takes the strain off your back and hips by letting you slip shoes on without crouching or twisting.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a7d850e6\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=1024%2C601&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"long handled shoe horn\" class=\"wp-image-2778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=1024%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=300%2C176&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=768%2C451&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=1536%2C901&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7007.jpg?resize=2048%2C1202&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Reachers &amp; Grabbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need to grab something off the floor or top shelf? These lightweight tools give you extra reach without needing to bend, stretch, or climb. A must-have for anyone who wants to reduce the risk of falls or strain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=1200%2C685&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Reacher grabber\" class=\"wp-image-2779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?w=2112&amp;ssl=1 2112w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=300%2C171&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=1024%2C585&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=768%2C439&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=1536%2C877&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7008.jpg?resize=2048%2C1169&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Spill-Proof Cup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This clever cup won\u2019t spill \u2014 even when it\u2019s upside down. Designed with a sturdy lid and easy-grip handle, it\u2019s ideal for people with hand tremors or limited hand movement. It holds 199ml of hot or cold liquid, is dishwasher safe, and works with disposable straws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?resize=1024%2C618&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The Kennedy Cup spill proof cup\" class=\"wp-image-2780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?resize=1024%2C618&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?resize=300%2C181&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?resize=768%2C463&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?resize=1536%2C927&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7009.jpg?w=1999&amp;ssl=1 1999w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Easy-Grip Cutlery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These comfortable, built-up handles are easier to hold \u2014 perfect for anyone with arthritis or reduced hand strength. They reduce hand strain and help make meals more enjoyable and independent.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9477649e\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?resize=1024%2C679&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Easy Grip cutlery\" class=\"wp-image-2781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?resize=1024%2C679&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?resize=768%2C509&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?resize=1536%2C1019&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7010.jpg?w=1818&amp;ssl=1 1818w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s hard to know what\u2019s right just by looking. At Access Abilities, you can come in and try these tools for yourself. See how a utensil fits in your hand, how a grabber feels to use, or how steady the cup is in real life. Our experienced team will walk you through the options and help you find the best fit for your needs \u2014 no pressure, just real help from people who care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Need a hand?<\/strong><br>We carry a wide range of daily living aids to help make life a little easier. Come in, try them out, and let us help you find what works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/products\/aids-for-daily-living\">See more daily living aids at Access Abilities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-ec57f516 gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/contact\">Contact us<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make everyday tasks easier with top daily living aids like long-handled shoe horns, reachers and grabbers, spill-proof cups, and easy-grip cutlery.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2776,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[13,70],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2775","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advice","category-daily-living-aids","infinite-scroll-item","masonry-post","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7006.jpg?resize=600%2C400&ssl=1","featured_image_src_square":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7006.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1","author_info":{"display_name":"accessabilidev","author_link":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/author\/accessabilidev"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.accessabilities.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_7006.jpg?fit=1206%2C1312&ssl=1","permalink_manager":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2775","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2775"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2775\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2776"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2775"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2775"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.accessabilities.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2775"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}