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Housing: Living room

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CD changer (close-up)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.
User at corner coachCorner couch at same height as wheelchair
Couch at same height as wheelchair facilitates transfers
User at dining tableDining table
By pulling out a drawer a wheelchair user can sit at a table that she or he otherwise could not slide in under
Low shelf with open compartments
Low shelf for magazine storage
A low shelf with open compartments is easily accessible for wheelchair users
Living room with low windowsLow window in accessible living room
Low windows provide a good view for wheelchair users
User turns bookcaseRotating bookcase on casters
Practical space-saving bookcase – suitable for persons with limited reach
Sitting area in living roomSpacious living room
Spacious living room with glass walls on two sides – suitable for wheelchair users
Stereo on living room shelfStereo with touch controls
Stereo with touch control is easy for persons with impaired hand function to use
Tealight holderTealight holder
Tealight holder that can easily be moved or placed by a person sitting in a wheelchair who has impaired hand function