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 | Accessible balcony garden Convenient balcony garden adapted to wheelchair users |
 | Accessible boat dock Floating boat dock – suitable for boarding by people with motor disabilities |
 | Accessible boat dock at vacation home Hinged floating dock - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Accessible chicken house Modifications enable wheelchair user to take care of chickens |
 | Accessible garden Architect-designed wheelchair accessible garden with raised beds at various heights |
 | Accessible herb garden Raised beds facilitate gardening especially for wheelchair users. |
 | Accessible motorboat Aluminum boat that can be operated by a solo skipper in a wheelchair |
 | Accessible RV with ceiling lift Specially furnished RV allows a woman with disabilities to travel on vacation with her family (husband and two children) and her personal assistant |
 | Adapted barbecue tool Enables persons with impaired hand function to barbecue |
 | Adapted book support in wood Adapted to be able to turn pages with a mouth stick - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Adapted camera Camera for users with highly impaired hand and arm function |
 | Adapted center console on motorboat - enables to drive a boat sitting in a wheelchair |
 | Adapted drawer for cassettes A key ring enables a person with impaired hand function to open a drawer |
 | Adapted four-wheeler A four-wheeler can be adapted for wheelchair users |
 | Adapted kayak Rekryteringsgruppen offers kayak lessons for persons who have a spinal cord injury |
 | Adapted motorboat Customized boat with built-in ramp and joystick steering - suitable for electric wheelchair users |
 | Adapted pen extension Pen extension with screw mount used as mouth stick - suitable for people with extensive disabilities |
 | Adapted radio Simple modifications make a transistor radio manageable for a person with impaired hand function |
 | Adapted remote control The adaptation enables a user without hand function to grasp the remote control and use it |
 | Adapted sailboat Adapted sailboat that a person who uses a wheelchair and has impaired hand function can steer. |
 | Adapted snowmobile An adapted snowmobile enables a wheelchair user to get around in the snow without problems |
 | Adapted sole inside cabin Raised floorboards to reduce height differences in boat – suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Aluminum suitcases Aluminum suitcases for storage of fragile items such as music and computer accessories - can also be used as support or tray on lap for wheelchair users |
 | Anchor with remote control Anchor in accessible boat that can be operated by a person with a disability |
 | Arm cycle on exercise stand An exercise stand allows the user to operate the arm cycle either stationary or outdoors - a training tool for people with disabilities |
 | Assistive device for turning cassettes An assistive device that makes it possible for a person without active hand function to turn cassettes. |
 | Attachment belt for legs on Sitski The belt helps a person with impaired leg function to sit securely on a sitski |
 | Attachment of wheelchair in accessible boat Anchor points on floor of boat make it possible to tether wheelchairs |
 | Attachment of wheelchair in boat Anchor points on the floor of the boat make it possible to attach an electric wheelchair |
 | Back support for riding on sitski Back support provides safety when riding on sitski |
 | Berth on sailboat Solution for persons with incontinence problems. |
 | Binoculars on stand with holder on wheelchair Binoculars on a stand work well for persons with compromised arm/hand function |
 | Binoculars with stand Binoculars on stand; can be used by persons without active hand function. |
 | Book cushion Tray with soft knee cushion as book support - suitable for persons who cannot hold a book |
 | Book stand with adjustable angle Book stand serves as a good holder for drawing paper/ canvas when painting by mouth |
 | Bringing the wheelchair onto the motorboat Moving wheelchair onto boat |
 | Brush with mouthpiece Adapted brush - suitable for persons who paint with their mouth |
 | Cabin inside motorboat Wheelchair accessible cabin on Coronet 24 Midi |
 | Camera arm Assistive device for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Camera on stand Camera on stand that a person without active hand function can operate |
 | Camera on stand Camera attached with stand/holder on electric wheelchair |
 | Camera tripod as joystick holder for controlling computer Camera tripod works well as a joystick holder for persons who control the joystick with their chin |
 | CD case with zipper and handle Easy-to-use, easy to see, and space-saving CD storage – suitable for persons with impaired hand function |
 | CD changer for music A CD changer is appropriate for persons with physical disabilities and impaired hand function who have problems inserting and removing CDs. |
 | CD storage Storage case for CDs, suitable for persons with impaired hand function |
 | CD-player with easy-to-use buttons CD-player has buttons that are simple to use for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Ceiling lift in RV Ceiling lift with bent U track make transfers possible in RV – suitable for people with extensive disabilities |
 | Change CDs A CD album helps persons with impaired hand function to handle CDs |
 | Clothing for riding on sitski Several layers of thin, warm clothing are appropriate for a person who rides on a sitski |
 | Cockpit in adapted sailboat Cockpit in adapted sailboat with slide-out table top. |
 | Competition sitski A sitski for persons who use wheelchairs and compete in skiing |
 | Console in adapted boat Adjustable console in adapted boat makes it possible for wheelchair users to steer the boat |
 | Control for TV, stereo, etc Remote controls with foam rubber and writing stick make it possible for persons with impaired hand function to use TV, stereo, etc |
 | Control of computer without arm/hand function Custom modifications make it possible for persons without function in their arms and hands to play computer games |
 | Controlling sewing machine with arms Technique to control sewing machine for wheelchair users |
 | Cushion between knees in boat A cushion between the knees helps the user to maintain a good seated posture in a kayak for people with functional impairments |
 | Custom handle for video camera Custom handle for video camera; appropriate for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Custom LPG/barbecue cart/fryer Clever barbecue cart used for transport, barbecuing and dining table. |
 | Custom penholder for mouth painting Flexible holder for pen/pencil/brush – suitable for people who draw/paint with their mouth |
 | Custom-built shower chair for adapted RV Custom-built shower chair saves room and makes it possible for a person with extensive disabilities to shower in an RV |
 | Custom-designed easel Easel that makes it possible to paint with mouth - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Custom-made lounge chair Lounge chair that facilitates transfers for wheelchair users. |
 | Customized motorboat Wheelchair accessible motorboat equipped with lift. |
 | Customized night table An all-in-one night table with room for many functions that helps a person with a high injury to stay in touch with and have control over the rest of the world even when in bed |
 | Customized wheelchair table Wheelchair table enables a person with impaired arm and hand function to eat, read and write |
 | Digital player, various designs Digital player - important assistive device for studies and work for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Document holder with table bracket – suitable as an easel for people who draw/paint by mouth |
 | Dodger on adapted sailboat Custom easy-to-use dodger keeps user warm and dry on boat; extremely suitable for persons with physical disabilities. |
 | Dog leash with belt Dog leash with belt – suitable for persons with impaired hand function and for pole walking |
 | Ear loop headphones Ear loop headphones- suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Easy-to-use remote control Large raised buttons on remote control are easy to manipulate for persons with impaired hand function. |
 | Electric winch on adapted sailboat A person with disabilities can use an electric winch to independently handle sails and anchor. |
 | Engine compartment in motorboat Engine compartment in boat that is easily accessible – suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Environmental control system on bed An environmental control system that can be operated from the bed is suitable for persons with high spinal cord injuries |
 | Eraser Holding an eraser with the help of wheelchair gloves – a good method for persons without dexterity |
 | Extra long raincoat Long raincoat prevents gap in back when sitting |
 | Extra sip/puff control for computer Double sip/puff controls help a person without arm or hand function to play computer games |
 | Fishing on accessible boat – an opportunity for wheelchair users |
 | Floating dock A floating dock guarantees an even height between dock and boat, facilitating transfers for wheelchair users. |
 | Floating dock with wooden ramp A floating dock guarantees an even height between dock and kayak, which facilitates transfers for people with physical disabilities |
 | Flower box on wheels Portable flower box on patio - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Folding book holder Book holder - important assistive device for persons who cannot hold books |
 | Folding bow ramp in accessible boat – allows easy access for wheelchair users |
 | Folding lightweight wheelbarrow A lightweight wheelbarrow that is easy on the back – suitable for persons who have problems lifting and/or bending |
 | Folding ramp on motorboat - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Garden planter on legs at suitable working height Garden planter on legs at convenient height for working while standing – suitable for people who have problems bending |
 | Garden tools Garden tools with short handle |
 | Garden tools Short-handled garden tools work best when working in easily accessible raised beds |
 | Gewa Progress - advanced remote control Well arranged, high-capacity infrared transmitter for environmental control system |
 | Go-cart with electric motor to trim flower beds – facilitates gardening for wheelchair users |
 | Gripping Aid A gripping aid to improve grippfunction and to facilitate everyday activities for persons with impaired handfunction |
 | Guitar Hero – video game controlled with guitar Video game provides good hand training |
 | Harmonica holder An opportunity to play music without using hands – suitable for persons with impaired arm/hand function |
 | Heated socks Battery-heated socks for outdoor activities – appropriate for people who freeze easily |
 | Hinged benches Folding seats increase space on accessible boat for wheelchair users |
 | Homemade raised beds Accessible raised beds that also work as greenhouses |
 | iPad Handheld computer with touchscreen – easy to use for people with disabilities |
 | Irrigation of raised beds Drip and sweat hoses – simple way for wheelchair users to water the garden |
 | Joybox to control computer Joybox is a keyboard input device suitable for persons without arm or hand function who want to play computer games |
 | Joystick to control computer Custom-designed joystick to control computer games with chin |
 | Kayak cover with zipper – aids people with disabilities and impaired hand function |
 | Kayak skirt Kayak skirt keeps the kayaker warm and protects against water |
 | Landing craft A landing craft that works for persons who operate electric wheelchairs |
 | Leg guard for competition sitski Protection for legs and feet when skiing |
 | Life jacket A life jacket that automatically inflates when it lands in the water and does not limit mobility - suitable for persons who operate a wheelchair |
 | Lift for persons on accessible boat – makes it easier for people with disabilities to swim and get ashore at a high dock |
 | Lift in adapted motorboat Wheelchair users move independently from dock to motorboat using lift platform |
 | Listen to radio and control bed Opportunity to listen to radio in bed without disturbing a partner; suitable for persons who have compromised hand/arm function. |
 | Long-handled garden pruner Long-handled garden pruner – suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Long-reach stapler Long-reach stapler makes sewing easier for people with impaired hand function |
 | Manuscript holder Small lightweight manuscript holder that works well for one paper |
 | Microphone to control computer The microphone is an alternative method for controlling a computer for persons who do not have arm or hand function to play computer games |
 | Modified electric guitar Playing a guitar with only four strings – opportunity for persons with impaired dexterity |
 | Mooring lines and bumpers on boat Simple mooring - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Motorboat interior Coronet 24 Midi -77, a motorboat that works well for a wheelchair user |
 | Motorized page turner Enables persons with extensive disabilities to read books unassisted |
 | Mouth painting with iPad iPad makes it easier for people with limited reach to draw or paint – suitable for people with disabilities |
 | Moving between cabin and cockpit Technique for wheelchair users to transfer in adapted sailboat. |
 | MP3 player with headphones for audiobooks MP3 player makes it easier to ‘read in bed’ – suitable for persons with impaired arm/hand function |
 | Off-road chair Addition to manual wheelchair that allows driving on rough and uneven surfaces |
 | Outdoor pool with lift – suitable for people with disabilities |
 | Paddle gloves for kayaking Pogies are easy to put on – appropriate for people with impaired hand function |
 | Page turner for the mouth Turn pages with the mouth - an alternative for persons without arm/hand function |
 | Paint with watercolors by mouth Painting with watercolors by mouth – an opportunity for people with extensive disabilities |
 | Painting (oil and sketching) Holding a pen or brush with the help of wheelchair gloves – a good method for persons without dexterity |
 | Paper clamps in various sizes Paper clamps hold up books |
 | Piano assistive device Compact electronic pedal for digital pianos and keyboards, developed for people with physical disabilities such as paraplegia |
 | Pivoting toilet in RV – makes bathroom visits easier for people who need assistance |
 | Playing the harmonica - a good fun way to improve lung capacity |
 | Pool lift for outdoor pool Stationary custom-designed pool lift makes it possible for people with disabilities to get in and out of a pool |
 | Portable electronic sewing machine Lightweight sewing machine with hand controls and automatic threading – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired hand function |
 | Portable ramps Small lightweight aluminum ramps for wheelchair users; practical to have along on the boat. |
 | Put on and remove boat cover Low port cover makes life more convenient for wheelchair users |
 | Radio by the bed Radio placed on its edge to enable persons with impaired arm/hand function to reach all buttons when lying in bed. |
 | Radio on adapted motorboat A radio on a boat is essential for people with disabilities |
 | Radio on electric wheelchair A radio that the user can bring along on the electric wheelchair |
 | Radio on sailboat A radio on the sailboat is essential for people with disabilities |
 | Raised beds from pallet collars Easy to make, simple accessible raised beds |
 | Raised garden beds Easily accessible raised garden beds for wheelchair users |
 | Ramp on dock for motorboat Custom-built ramp bridges space between dock and boat. |
 | Ramp to adapted RV Custom-designed stable ramp for adapted RV – an option for people who drive wheelchairs |
 | Ramp to garden Ramp across ditch on a wheelchair-accessible lot |
 | Reach extender for use on motorboat (and other purposes) Strong reach extender appropriate for use on boat – suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Read and snack in bed Combined reading and snack table integrated in a customized night table, suitable for persons with compromised or no arm and/or hand function |
 | Reading table - facilitates reading books for people with impaired hand function |
 | Reading while on the toilet Using a wastebasket and a paper clip the user can read while on the toilet without having to hold the book - suitable for persons with poor trunk balance |
 | Recumbent bicycle with electric wheel and tow hook for wheelchair Facilitates bike riding for individuals with impaired strength or disability |
 | Remote control for wall radio The remote control unit for the radio is always accessible from the bed |
 | Ride skilift with sitski A rope attached to the sitski makes it possible to ride the ski lift |
 | Riding a chair lift with sitski The monoski works well on a chair lift |
 | Riding a Sitski With Sitski a wheelchair user can ski with others on the same terms and manage independently on all lifts and slopes |
 | Riding lawnmower Wheelchair user can mow lawn with an MTD riding lawnmower |
 | Riding lawnmower A garden tractor for large hilly plots – also works for individuals with impaired leg function |
 | Rod on stand to barbecue hotdogs A barbecue fork on a stand enables a person without active hand function to barbecue hotdogs. |
 | Roho cushion in motorboat Cushions with many applications – suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Sailboat galley Adapted kitchen on sailboat in which a person with quadriplegia can cook. |
 | Seat cushion in boat Pressure-relieving seat cushion |
 | Service dock for motorboat Berth next to service dock – suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Service Dog Zoe Service dog provides daily living assistance for people with disabilities |
 | Shower in RV Custom shower stall with ceiling lift and shower chair – suitable for a person with extensive disabilities |
 | Shower/toilet on adapted sailboat Practical space-saving solution for shower and toilet on adapted sailboat. |
 | Single-leg camera stand (monopod) Aids wheelchair users in photography |
 | Sitski Sitski makes it possible for wheelchair users to ski |
 | Sitski and poles An opportunity to ski, ride the lift and chair lift for a person who uses a wheelchair |
 | Ski poles for Sitski Tornado flip poles are flexible and work well when riding on sitski |
 | Skydiving Tandem skydiving provides people with disabilities the opportunity to skydive with an instructor |
 | Sled on skate runners Ice skating for people with functional impairments |
 | Slide guitar Slide guitar – opportunity to play guitar for person who uses a wheelchair and has impaired hand function |
 | Specially sewn trousers for outdoor activities Sturdy outdoor trousers used when raining, skiing and for “crawling” |
 | Steering for boat Motorboat that can be driven with a joystick - suitable for persons with impaired hand function who drive a wheelchair |
 | Stereo with touch controls Stereo with touch control is easy for persons with impaired hand function to use |
 | Storage for remote control for radio/phone Remote control units that sit on a firm surface are easier to use for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Table easel A table easel makes it easier to paint by mouth – suitable for people with severe disabilities |
 | Table loom Table loom with custom-designed legs - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Take photos with remote release cable Camera with remote release - suitable for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Taking photos An aluminum suitcase makes it easy to hold the camera steady without a stand - suitable for wheelchair users. |
 | Taking photos with mouth Camera on stand with remote control - a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Taping tennis racket in place Taping makes it possible for a tennis player with impaired hand function to firmly grip the racket |
 | Telescoping ramps on motorboat Telescoping ramp is used to bring electric wheelchair onto motorboat. |
 | Tennis wheelchair Special wheelchair with anti-tip device and positioning belt. The wheelchair is used to play tennis |
 | Thermal insoles Thermal insoles keep feet warm – suitable for people who easily freeze |
 | Toilet on small motorboat Alternative toilet installation – practical for wheelchair users |
 | Tow line Tow line for wheelchair users during walks in the woods |
 | Transfer between sailboat and wheelchair with stationary lift Transfer from sailboat to wheelchair with stationary hydraulic lift |
 | Transfer from wheelchair to kayak Transfer technique for wheelchair users |
 | Transfer from wheelchair to motorboat Transfers using adapted platform and attachment to swimming ladder. |
 | Transfer from wheelchair to sailboat Transfer from wheelchair to sailboat with help from one person. |
 | Transfer from wheelchair to Sitski People with strong arms can manage transfers between wheelchair and sitski without problems |
 | Transfer to boat – teak platform on swimming ladder Swimming ladder adaptation to facilitate transfers between wheelchair and boat. |
 | Translating pen With the translating pen no dictionaries or online computer are needed - suitable for persons with disabilities |
 | Travel kitchen Kitchen travel kit that makes it easy for a person who uses a wheelchair to prepare food, even if the environment is not adapted |
 | Turning pages Wheelchair gloves make it easier for persons with impaired hand function to turn pages |
 | TV in bedroom Mounting the TV on the wall makes it easy to watch TV while lying in bed - suitable for persons who have to spend a lot of time in bed |
 | Using boom to transfer onto sailboat The boom of the sailboat and an electric winch can be used as a lift for persons with physical disabilities. |
 | Vinyl-backed terry cloth Vinyl-backed terry cloth protects the wheelchair or lounge chair from becoming wet after a swim or shower |
 | Wagon for sitski Facilitates transporting the sitski |
 | Watching DVDs in bed User can watch DVDs in bed on a laptop |
 | Watering accessible raised beds Watering system that can be handled by a wheelchair user |
 | Wheelchair accessible country home Country home with accessible garden |
 | Wheelchair tennis Wheelchair tennis - a sport that can work for people with disabilities |
 | Winter tires for wheelchair Heavy-tread tires on wheelchair facilitate outdoor driving in difficult terrain, such as sand or snow |
 | Winter walks with wheelchair Plastic skis under the wheelchair make it possible for wheelchair users to take walks in winter |
 | “Snus” tool With a "prismaster” tool the assistant does not have to handle the "snus” smokeless tobacco when helping someone who is unable to take snus unassisted. |