1 assistive technology webinar brought to you by michigan’s assistive technology program at mdrc
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Assistive Technology Webinar
Brought to you by Michigan’s Assistive Technology Program at MDRC.
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About the Webinar
Use the chat function on the right hand side.
Questions and comments are encouraged and expected!
We reference vendor sites, be a good consumer and shop around!
The session is being recorded.
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AT for Holiday Cooking
Joanne Feutz, OTR, CAPS [email protected] Renee Thompson, BS, COTA, CAPS [email protected]
Disability Advocates of Kent County (616) 949-1100 www.dakc.us
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What Will Be Discussed?
Universal Design in the Kitchen
Adaptive Techniques– Energy Conservation– Joint Protection– Tips for Easier Cooking
AT Devices & Gadgets
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Heart of the Home
Activity Planning Center
Social Networking Hub
Life Skills Training Family Gatherings
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Universal Design
Floor Space– 5’ clear floor space– 4’ access space in
front of prep centers/appliances
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Designing for Storage
Pull out shelves Pull Down
Shelves Lower Shelving
www.AccessibilityPro.com
By Rev-a-Shelf
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More Storage
www.merillat.com www.AccessibilityPro.com
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Appliances
Built in Microwave & pull out shelf
2 Drawer Dishwasher
By GE
By KitchenAid
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Refrigerators
Side by side with controls on the front
Double doors with lower freezer
By LG
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More Appliances
Cook top with knee space
Built-in oven with reversible side swing door
Cook top by GE
By Frigidaire
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Sinks
Assure sink by Kohler
Adjustable Height Sink
www.AccessibilityPro.com
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Faucets
Lever handles Pull Out Hose Pot Filler
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Worksites
Multiple height work surfaces
Snack or prep area Pull out work
surface
By Kraftmaid
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Lighting
Overhead lighting Recessed lights can be
placed in precise spots where additional lighting is needed.
Track lights provide overhead light and allow light to be focused where it's needed.
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Lighting, continued
Under-cabinet lights are a very inconspicuous source of kitchen illumination.
Task lights supplement overhead indirect lighting when additional light is needed for concentrated projects.
Skylights provide natural light. Philips Spot On cupboard light
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Other Considerations
Reduce glare by using low gloss finishes.
Use contrasting colors to enhance visibility for those with reduced vision.
D-shaped loop handles on cabinets/drawers
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Electrical Considerations
Electrical outlets placed close to ends of counters and islands.
Rocker style switches
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Energy Conservation
Plan ahead Plan rest periods Labor saving devices for
example: use a food processor instead of chopping.
Sit instead of standing
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Energy Conservation, continued
Use lightweight cookware & bake ware
Delegate tasks to others Have commonly used
items within reach Know your limitations
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Joint Protection
Large handle devices Using proper body mechanics Avoid twisting, pulling, pushing Adjusting activity level according to
pain level Avoid heavy lifting if possible
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Joint Protection, more tips
Ask for help when you need it
Take frequent rest periods Use 2 handled pots/pans Use lightweight utensils,
cookware, etc..By Rachael Ray
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Making Cooking Easier Tips
Gather all ingredients before starting
Break tasks up into manageable steps
Use built-up handled devices A wheeled cart for transporting
items Use an easy grip sponge instead
of a dishcloth
abledeluxe.com
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Making Cooking Easier Tips, continued
Place a damp towel under bowls Use an egg slicer to cut soft
veggies Freeze individual servings Use easy zip style storage bags Use unbreakable containers asia.ru
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And More!
Cook potatoes whole, then peel
Ask your butcher to pre cut meats
Use disposable aluminum baking pans
Use cooking bags
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Small appliances
Microwaves Food Processors Crock Pots Electric Knife Electric Openers Electric Frying Pan
decor-home.net
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AT Devices
Foam Floor Mat www.dynamic-living.com
Baggy Holderwww.jokari.com
Step stoolwww.amazon.com
Reacherwww.sammonspreston.com
$4.00 $119.00
$45.00$23.00
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Utensils
Rocker Knife– Requires little hand
strength.– No need to hold the
food in place with a fork as you cut it.
Right Angle Knife – 90° angle, keeps
hand and wrist in a neutral, stress-free position.
www.sammonspreston.com
$23.99
$16.99
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More Utensils
Pizza Cutter– Multi-purpose– Easy grip handlewww.microplane.com
Scissors– Multi-purpose– Releases upon cut www.sammonspreston.com
$13.00
$23.00
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Utensils & Holders
Sure Grip Utensils Universal Cuff Deluxe Wrist Drop
Orthosis
www.sammonspreston.com
$10/each
$13.99
$64.99
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Plates
Partitioned Plates
Plate guards Adaptive Plate
www.sammonspreston.com
$9.99
$23.99
$4.95
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Cups & Straws
One Way Straws Long Straws 2 Handled Cup
with Lid Weighted Cups
www.especialneeds.com
$13.95
$13.00
$7.99
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Food Preparation
Talking Thermometer Color coated
cups/spoons Chopper Bowl Holder Pan Holder
www.sammonspreston.com
$69.95
$22.99
$4.95
$24.99
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Food Preparation Continued
Apple Peeler Slicer Corerwww.magma.ca
Corn Peelerwww.oxo.com
Finger Guardwww.lssproducts.com
$17.91
$10.00$7.45
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Openers
One Touch Can Opener
Black & Decker® Lids Off® Jar Opener Plus
3-in-1 Opener
www.bedbathandbeyond.com
$19.99
$7.99
$9.99
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Cutting Boards
Colored Cutting Boards
Flexible Cutting Boards
One Handed Cutting Boards
www.dynamic-living.com
$43.00
$27.00
$7.95
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Burn Prevention
Potholder & Oven Mitts
Mirror over Stove Food Pod Silicone
Cooking Vessel Oven Push Pull Oven Guard
www.lssproducts.com
$23.95
$2.95
$14.99
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Alerting
Boil Alertwww.lssproducts.com
Liquid Level Alertwww.dynamic-living.com
Flashing or Vibrating Smoke Detectors, $160+
$2.95
$10.95
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More Helpful Gadgets
Talking Labels Universal Turner Dycem Mats Double Spatula Palm Peeler
www.dynamic-living.com
$17.95
$9.95$5.45
$25
$22.00
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Timers
Large text Vibrating Talking Portable Braille
www.lssproducts.com $29.95
$8.95
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Automatic Devices
EZ Touchless Faucet Touchless Paper
Towel Dispenser Touchless Trash Can Handsfree Soap
Dispenser
www.activeforever.com
$49.99
$58.99
$58.99
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Just For Fun: Holiday Recipe
Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread Submitted By: Laurie BennettPhoto By: Allrecipes
http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/downeast-maine-pumpkin-bread/Detail.aspx
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Questions? Comments?
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Thank you!
Have a wonderful holiday season!
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