Products and Services to Make Seniors' Lives Easier

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Older adults, people with disabilities, and folks recovering from injury can all benefit from products to make everyday tasks easier. From bathroom aids and medication management to kitchen gadgets and health care products, there are plenty of independent living aids that can help people go about their daily routines easily and safely. They also make practical gift ideas.


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Vive Reacher Grabber 32"
Amazon
Moen 8912 Home 12-Inch Bathroom Grab Bar, Stainless Steel
Amazon

Grab Bar

$22 and up from Amazon
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Simple independent living aids like this Moen grab bar are designed to fit any bathroom decor and add a subtle bit of security. Properly installed, it can bear up to 500 pounds and make life easier for folks who need bathing aids to help get in and out of a bathtub. Available in 12- and 42-inch versions.


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Maddak Universal Built-Up Handle, Pack of 4
Amazon

Built-Up Handles

$19 for a 4-pack from Amazon
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Maddak Universal Built-Up Handles attach to utensils, pens, pencils, toothbrushes, and such to make daily living products like these easier to grasp if you have arthritis pain. They come in a pack of four.

Medline Toilet Safety Rails
Amazon

Toilet Safety Rails

$30 from Amazon
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Health care products like the Medline Toilet Safety Rails provide an added bit of security in the bathroom for anyone who has difficulty sitting or standing.

Drive Medical RTL10365-ADJ Adjustable Lightweight Folding Cane with Seat
Amazon

Cane Seat

$32 from Amazon
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This Drive Medical folding cane seat provides support and stability while walking and opens into an instant seat for resting almost anywhere. This double-duty cane can hold up to 250 pounds.

Medline Bed Assist Bar with Storage Bag
Walmart

Bed Rail

$38 from Medline on Walmart Marketplace
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Getting in and out of bed can be difficult for people with mobility issues. This Medline senior home care product can help with that and also help keep folks from rolling out of bed.

Vive Button Hook and Zipper Pull Helper
Amazon

Zipper Pull/Button Hook

$10 from Amazon
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For older adults who need a little help with zippers and buttons, this Vive combination tool can make the daily routine of dressing a little easier.

RMS Deluxe Sock Aid
Amazon

Sock Aid

$15 from Amazon
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Bending over and putting on a sock may not be a big deal for younger people, but it can be extremely difficult for those with limited mobility. Independent living aids such as the RMS Deluxe Sock Aid help you get dressed without bending over.

MMIZOO Blood Pressure Monitor for Wrist
Amazon

Blood Pressure Monitor

$15 and up from Amazon
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A blood pressure monitor like this Care Touch model makes health monitoring easier for persons with cardiovascular issues or anyone who just wants to keep an eye on their well being. Unlike traditional blood pressure monitors, this one is designed to be worn on the wrist.

AUVON 7-Day Pill Box Pill Organizer
Amazon

Pill Organizer

$8 from Amazon
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Medication management can be tough enough when you're just taking one or two pills. Simple health care products such as this Auvon iMedassist weekly pill organizer have separate compartments for each day of the week. Pricier versions with built-in clocks and alarms are also available.

Performore My Health Journal Medical Records Organizer
Amazon

Medical Organizer

$30 from Amazon
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Keep medical paperwork for senior home care in order with a dedicated organizer like My Health Journal. This three-ring binder comes with dividers for managing everything from business cards and diagnostic reports, plus a resealable pouch for small items and a notepad.

SlipX Solutions Clear Round Shower Stall Mat
Amazon

Slip-Resistant Shower Mat

$13 from Amazon
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This SlipX Solutions slip resistant shower mat proves that simple bathing aids are sometimes the best. It's available in white and clear.

Medline Shower Chair Bath Seat with Padded Armrests and Back
Amazon
Drive Medical RTL12027RA 2-in-1 Raised Toilet Seat with Removable Padded Arms
Amazon

Raised Toilet Seat

$46 from Amazon
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Another option in the bathroom is the Drive Medical Elevated Raised Toilet Seat. Portable and lockable, with handles for balance and support, it reduces the distance between sitting and standing.

Lively Jitterbug Smart3 Smartphone for Seniors, Black
Best Buy

Smartphone for Seniors

$150 from Best Buy
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Many seniors may not be interested in a typical smartphone's over-abundance of tech. Lively's Jitterbug Smart3 was designed with seniors in mind, and its relatively low cost can fit a tight budget. All the phone's features listed on a single screen in large letters. Buyers can also add on exclusive services that include Urgent Response, Lively Link, and Lively Rides (a senior ride service offered in conjunction with Lyft).

GrandPad Powered by Consumer Cellular
Consumer Cellular

Senior-Specific Tablet

$149 from Consumer Cellular
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A senior-specific tablet like the GrandPad can be easier to use than a conventional tablet that's loaded with unnecessary apps, making your online life easier to navigate.

VTech SN5127 Amplified Cordless Senior Phone with Answering Machine
Amazon

Amplified Phone

$66 from Amazon
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Amplified phones are essential daily living products for anyone with hearing impairment. This VTech cordless model includes an answering machine, call blocking, a 90-decibel ringer, and one-touch audio assist to amplify call volume to 50 decibels.

EasyMote Universal Big Button TV Remote
Amazon

Big Button TV Remote

$16 from Amazon
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Older adults with low vision often have difficulty seeing the numbers on an ordinary TV remote, and pressing the buttons with arthritic hands can be hard too. An EasyMote big button universal remote control is one of those daily living products that can make a big difference.

TomCare Garden Kneeler Seat and Bench
Amazon

Garden Kneeler

$47 from Amazon
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Just because you're outside doesn't mean you can't benefit from a few independent living aids in the yard and garden. There are many contraptions that improve comfort while working in the garden. This TomCare garden kneeler can be flipped over and used as a low bench.

Energizer Clip on Book Light for Reading in Bed, Black
Amazon

Book Light

$10 from Amazon
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Sit up all night reading your favorite novel with an Energizer book light. This battery-powered clip-on LED light provides plenty of illumination for reading. Two batteries are included.

Yellow Mountain Imports Panorama Wooden Playing Card Holder, Set of 4
Amazon

Playing Card Holders

$19 for a 4-pack from Amazon
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Yellow Mountain Imports wooden playing card holders make a great gift for anyone who has difficulty grasping or holding small objects. Set of four.

Dext Keywing Key Turner Aid, 3-Pack
Amazon

Key Turner

$15 from Amazon
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A key turner provides a little extra leverage for those who can't easily turn a key in a lock. Keywing's version comes with three dimpled-dome turners, and bright colors help keep keys easy to identify and find.

Relish Dementia Puzzles for Adults, 35-Piece Bathing Birds Jigsaw Puzzle
Amazon

Therapeutic Puzzles

$9 and up from Amazon
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Therapeutic puzzles like Puzzle With Me have only 12 pieces and are designed for those struggling with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, or dementia. They come with a built-in shelf, which allows them to be enjoyed anywhere.

Coloring Book For Seniors: Anti-Stress Designs Vol 1
Amazon

Adult Coloring Book

$8 from Amazon
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Adult coloring books are all the rage, but many include designs with narrow lines or tight spaces that are difficult for aging eyes to see. Look for coloring books made with seniors and novices in mind, with easy-to-color illustrations.

Brain Games 2 Books in 1 Puzzle Collection, Large Print
Amazon

Large-Print Puzzle Books

$8 and up from Amazon
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Not every product designed for seniors has to be about falls and failing eyesight. Brain Games offers a huge selection of puzzle books in large print that help fill downtime and keep brains sharp. From word searches and crosswords to sudoku, mazes, and more, there's a puzzle book to fit just about any senior's interest.

LIBERTY Assistive High Sided Scoop Plate
Amazon

Non-Skid Dinnerware

$15 from Amazon
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Add dishes with a non-skid base to your list of independent living aids for the kitchen. This Liberty Assistive scoop plate with rubber base can make eating easier for someone who has limited muscle control or the use of only one hand.

Walmart Pickup Service Area at a Local Walmart
Walmart

Grocery Pickup or Delivery

Many grocery stores offer online ordering. Store staffers assemble and pack the order, and it can be picked up or delivered. This service can be a boon for seniors who are comfortable online or have a family member who can help. Costs vary, but retailers including Walmart and Costco offer free pickup at some locations.

DURA-GRIP Brand Easy-Grip Natural Rubber Jar Opener, Set of 4
Amazon

Jar Opener

$8 for a 4-pack from Amazon
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Easy Grip rubber jar openers make life easier for cooks with limited hand strength. They come in a set of four and are perfect for everyday tasks in the kitchen.

The Braille Store Liquid Level Indicator
Amazon

Liquid-Level Indicator

$14 from Amazon
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Helpful for people who have lost most or all of their vision, a liquid-level indicator sounds an alert when a cup or bowl is nearly full.

Chicken Meatballs with Lentils and Spiced Tomato Sauce
Silver Cuisine

Senior Meal Delivery

$7 and up from Silver Cuisine
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The well-reviewed Silver Cuisine senior meal delivery service offers chef-prepared breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for those 50-plus. In addition to for a wide variety of specialty diets — including heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly, and menopausal needs — the service also offers around 30 types of snacks, both sweet and savory.