A collection of health literacy AT

AT for Daily Living & Aging in Place

AT for Daily Living & Aging in Place

Tools for Life offers assistive technology to help people with disabilities and older adults stay independent with everyday activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and reaching for items. Aging Specialists are available for consultations to explore solutions that build confidence, support independence, and make daily routines easier.

Health Literacy

A display of health literacy assistive technology (AT) available in the Tools for Life lending library. Specific examples are described in the text below.
  1. A caregiver alert system among other health-related AT, including talking blood pressure cuffs, an accessible pill dispenser, and a weekly pill organizer
  2. An Apple watch and an automatic pill dispenser
  3. A Reminder Rosie alarm clock among other health-related AT, including a fitbit, pill cutter, and a talking thermometer

Cooking & Mealtime

Alt Text: A display of cooking and mealtime-related assistive technology (AT) available in the Tools for Life lending library. Specific examples are described in the text below.
  1. A tilting measuring cup among other cooking-related AT such as easy open containers, boil alerts, and liquid level indicators
  2. A Fleximug hands-free straw
  3. A set of adapted silverware among other eating-related AT such as nonslip placemats and a plate with raised edges
  4. A heat-resistant oven glove among other AT such as a smart instant pot and adapted chopsticks

Daily Living

Alt Text: A display of daily living assistive technology (AT) available in the Tools for Life lending library. Specific examples are described in the text below.
  1. A dressing stick among other daily living AT such as long-handle sponges, a wrist washcloth, a freedom wand, and a shoehorn
  2. An automatic soap dispenser among other daily living AT such as a bra angel, a toothbrush pillow, and a toothpaste dispenser
  3. A hair dryer stand among other daily living AT such as a long-handle comb and brush
  4. An inflatable hair-washing basin