Susanne lives in an apartment. She studies as well as working full time as a free-lance journalist. She was injured in 1982 and has a high spinal cord injury (C5). Through hand surgery her grip function in her left hand improved. She has personal assistance.
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 | Broom handle for back support when transferring to automobile Independent transfer to car by person with high spinal cord injury. |
 | Ceiling lift in bathroom Used not only as an aid for transfers, but also as an assistive device to enable high quadriplegics to wash. |
 | Ceramic cooktop in a modified kitchen A flat cooktop facilitates handling of pots and reduces the risk of tipping. |
 | Cooling fan Cooling fan for persons who have problems with temperature control. |
 | Counter cabinet for modified kitchen A counter cabinet with pull-out storage that is not ideal for persons with functional impairments. |
 | Countertop dishwasher in modified kitchen A countertop dishwasher that fits below a low work surface. |
 | Custom tailored skirt Custom tailored skirt for Susanne, who use a wheelchair. |
 | Custom-built desk Custom-built desk for persons with limited reach. |
 | Custom-made positioning cushion Positioning cushion filled with polyester pellets that persons with impaired balance use to be able to sit in bed. |
 | Easily accessible mobile storage unit A storage unit on castors can be used to keep many items organized and easily accessible, even for wheelchair users |
 | Easily accessible storage in modified kitchen Wall hung bracket with s-hooks and storage basket provide easily accessible storage in the modified kitchen. |
 | Easily accessible storage in modified kitchen Practical food storage in a modified kitchen |
 | Easy-grip bottle opener Bottle opener that can be used by persons with impaired hand function |
 | Electrically maneuvered cabinet in accessible kitchen Remote-controlled adjustable height upper cabinet in accessible kitchen. |
 | Folding shower chair on wheels Shower chair on castors that can be packed into a suitcase. |
 | Handy plastic clamp Plastic clamp for sealing plastic bags that even works for persons with impaired hand function. |
 | Heating fan with built-in thermostat A heating fan by the workplace helps persons with impaired hand and/or arm function to avoid tension in their shoulders. |
 | Independent transfer with ceiling lift Independent transfer with ceiling lift The user must overcome difficulties to transfer independently using a ceiling lift. |
 | Individually modified kitchen The user chose fixed low work surfaces. The closer the work surface to the knees, the better she can work independently in the kitchen. |
 | Jar and bottle opener suitable for people with weak hands Jar and bottle opener that can work for people with extremely impaired hand function |
 | Key ring in zipper Persons with impaired dexterity can use a zipper if they attach a key ring to the zipper tab. |
 | Kitchen drawer with built-in ironing board Built-in ironing board appropriate for wheelchair-bound users |
 | Knife block suitable for persons with impaired grip A knife block in which knives are placed horizontally is suitable for persons with impaired grip. |
 | Ladle suitable for persons with impaired grip A ladle with a large handle sits well in the hand and is easy to balance for persons with impaired hand function. |
 | Make-up table for wheelchair-bound persons Individually designed make-up table for wheelchair users. |
 | Microwave oven with easy-grip handle The handle is the deciding factor for choice of microwave oven for persons with impaired grip. |
 | Oven in modified kitchen Oven with side-opening door makes it easier for wheelchair users with impaired balance to remove hot bakeware from the oven. |
 | Pantry with slide-out storage Pantry with slide-out storage suitable for accessible kitchen. |
 | Picking things up from the floor with a towel A towel can serve as an assistive device for persons with impaired hand function to pick up objects from the floor. |
 | Pot with large handles Easy-grip handles, appropriate for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Practical spice storage in modified kitchen Easily accessible spice storage in clear view |
 | Pressure relieving shower cushion Roho cushion provides good pressure relief on hard shower chair. |
 | Refrigerator and freezer with pull-out doors and shelves Refrigerator and freezer with pull-out doors and shelves work well for wheelchair-bound persons with impaired balance. |
| picture missing | Rosemary oil for swollen feet Susanne uses rosemary oil and avoids wearing support hose for swollen legs. |
 | Small chair for shower with armrest and back Space-saving solution for persons with high spinal cord injuries who have a ceiling lift in the bathroom. |
 | Squeegee, an assistive device for circuit breakers Wheelchair users can use a squeegee to reset circuit breakers. |
 | Storage containers for persons with impaired grip Practical food storage for persons with impaired grip. |
 | Storage unit on casters under workspace with knee access Convenient mobile storage units work well in accessible kitchens. |
 | Take photos with remote release cable Camera with remote release - suitable for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Telephone suitable for persons with impaired grip Portable phone with speakerphone function that works well for persons with impaired hand function. |
 | Telephone with hearing loop Telephone with large buttons and hearing loop make it possible to record phone calls. |
 | Titanium frying pan A frying pan that works well for persons with impaired hand function. |
 | Typing sticks for writing on computer Durable typing sticks; assistive device for persons who lack finger function |
 | Water kettle with easy-grip handle The handle is the deciding factor for choice of water kettle for persons with impaired grip. |
 | Wheeled base for flower pots Flower pot base facilitates moving flower pots. |
 | Wine bottle opener appropriate for persons with impaired grip This wine bottle opener works for a person with impaired balance and hand function. |