Our daily living aids can make your life and leisure activities easier and more enjoyable. Simply choose the category of interest, and you will find a wide range of high-quality products for many of your needs around the home and garden. Mobility Smart daily living aids have been specially selected for innovation and quality, so you can be assured that whatever you are purchasing has been tried and tested by the team before being added to our store. Enjoy browsing through the full range of daily living aids; we are always adding more, so check back often.

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  1. OXO - Dustpan & Brush Set
    OXO - Dustpan & Brush Set Item Code: MS22587
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    The OXO Good Grips Dust Pan & Brush Set is the perfect cleaning companion, whether you’re getting rid of a mess or just tidying up.

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  2. OXO - Compost Bin
    OXO - Compost Bin Item Code: MS22576
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    Stop throwing food scraps in the bin! Designed with the home cook in mind and attractive enough to leave on the countertop, the Good Grips Compost Bin stores food scraps until they can be transferred to an outdoor composter.

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  3. OXO - 3 In 1 Avocado Slicer
    OXO - 3 In 1 Avocado Slicer Item Code: MS22555
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    3 in 1 tool splits,pits & slices avacados safely and effectively

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  4. OXO -Potato Ricer
    OXO -Potato Ricer Item Code: MS22552
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    OXO Good Grips Potato Ricer – a versatile kitchen tool designed to transform your cooking experience

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  5. Reynard Stick on Bibs - Box of 50
    Reynard Stick on Bibs - Box of 50 Item Code: MS35975
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    These handy Reynard Stick on and Disposable Bibs have an adhesive backing that sticks easily to any item of clothing, to provide effective, cheap and easy-to-use clothing protection.

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  6. St-Helens Multi Size Jar Opener
    St-Helens Multi Size Jar Opener Item Code: MS36061
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    Experience the ultimate convenience with our multi-size jar opener, designed to cater to individuals with arthritis or weakened grip. This compact yet indispensable kitchen tool effortlessly opens a wide range of jars

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  7. St-Helens Arthritis Jar Opener
    St-Helens Arthritis Jar Opener Item Code: MS36060
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    Introducing the Arthritis Jar Opener – your essential kitchen companion tailored for those facing arthritis or weakened grip. Effortlessly conquer stubborn jar lids with this compact yet powerful tool. Designed to accommodate jars up to 9.5cm in diameter, its innovative teeth secure the lid while you twist the handle, ensuring stability and preventing spills

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  8. St Helens Folding Tray Table
    St Helens Folding Tray Table Item Code: PG36058
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    The Folding Tray Table by St Helens Home Garden is a multi-functional and cost-effective solution for serving drinks and snacks anywhere in the home. This Tray Table combines style with practicality, making it a truly versatile addition to any household.

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  9. Solar Talking Atomic Watch
    Solar Talking Atomic Watch Item Code: PG26159
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    This stylish watch can be supplied with either an attractive leather strap or an expanding bracelet and has a beautifully clear, easy-to-read dial with high-vision fonts.

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  10. Nutrix: Voice Alert with Bed Mat
    Nutrix: Voice Alert with Bed Mat Item Code: MS35857
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    This Nutrix Voice Alert System enables a carer to record some simple instructions in a voice that is familiar to the patient.

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  11. Lifemax Soothing Sounds Night Light
    Lifemax Soothing Sounds Night Light Item Code: MS35849
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    The Lifemax Soothing Sounds Night Light has been specially designed to promote a peaceful night's sleep. Featuring a choice of 20 realistic nature sounds and tranquil compositions, the Night Light enables a user to drift off to sleep feeling refreshed in the morning.

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  12. Lifemax Compact Dream Light
    Lifemax Compact Dream Light Item Code: MS35838
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    The Lifemax Compact Dream Light is a sleep aid and insomnia solution designed for children who find the pre-sleep routine and sleep itself stressful, anxiety-inducing or worrisome.

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  13. High Vision Task Light
    High Vision Task Light Item Code: MS35831
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    This High Vision Task Light is a portable light that provides 200 lumens of bright, directional light with an attractive A-frame folding stand.

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  14. Everyday Solar Flare Watch
    Everyday Solar Flare Watch Item Code: PG35811
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    The Lifemax Everyday Watch range features an elegant design and is water resistant with pinpoint accuracy and date display.

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  15. Handles For The Metal Half Step
    Handles For The Metal Half Step Item Code: PG35806
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    Invest in these reliable handles to enhance the safety and convenience of the metal Half Steps, empowering individuals with limited mobility to overcome height differentials with ease and peace of mind

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  16. Wireless Driveway Monitor with Doorbell
    Wireless Driveway Monitor with Doorbell Item Code: MS27907
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    This Wireless Driveway Monitor with Doorbell is designed to turn a doorbell into a security device. The water-resistant PIR can be placed up to 120m from the base unit and detects movement up to 7m away – ideal for monitoring driveways or back gardens.

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  17. Chronograph Atomic Talking Watch
    Chronograph Atomic Talking Watch Item Code: PG27856
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    This exceptionally modern and attractive Chronograph Style Talking Watch by Lifemax is a market-leading watch that clearly announces the date and time in either a male or female voice, making it perfect for visually impaired users.

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  18. Wireless Video Door Phone
    Wireless Video Door Phone Item Code: MS27908
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    This Wireless Video Door Phone allows the user to see and communicate with people coming to their homes, meaning it is a brilliant security aid and may be particularly beneficial for those living alone or who may be vulnerable.

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  19. 2 In 1 Daylight Magnifying Lamp
    2 In 1 Daylight Magnifying Lamp Item Code: MS25451
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    The 2 in 1 Magnifying Table Lamp is multi-functional light and magnifying glass in one cost-effective piece of equipment.

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  20. 2-Way Hands-Free Magnifier
    2-Way Hands-Free Magnifier Item Code: MS30763
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    This highly practical 2-way Hands-Free Magnifier boasts a clever dual-purpose design making it the perfect choice for close work or any take that requires both hands.

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  21. SNAP: Magnetic Charging Adapter
    SNAP: Magnetic Charging Adapter Item Code: PG27886
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    Make connecting and disconnecting a charging cable extremely easy with the SNAP: Magnetic Charging Adapter.

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  22. Volcano Aromatherapy Humidifier
    Volcano Aromatherapy Humidifier Item Code: MS27913
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    The highly versatile Lifemax Volcano Humidifier offers relief from dry air and can help in the fight against colds, asthma and allergies, as well as relieving dry skin and helping to prevent snoring.

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  23. NRS Healthcare Swedish Bath Grab Rail - Grey
    NRS Healthcare Swedish Bath Grab Rail - Grey Item Code: MS35705
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    The Chrome Plated Swedish Bath Grab Rail is a dependable, strong grab handle created to increase your safety while entering and exiting the bath.

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  24. Kura Care Red & White Cutlery Set
    Kura Care Red & White Cutlery Set Item Code: MS27028
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    The Red/White Kura Care Adult Cutlery Set is designed for individuals with gripping difficulties, particularly arthritis. Made from stainless steel, the set includes a knife, fork, and spoon with finger-control indents

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  25. Uccello Liquid Level Indicator
    Uccello Liquid Level Indicator Item Code: MS35712
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    The Uccello Liquid Level Indicator ensures a safe and controlled pouring experience, enhancing convenience and reducing the risk of accidents or messes caused by overfilling

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  26. Plastic Frame Reading Glasses
    Plastic Frame Reading Glasses Item Code: PG35674
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    These highly effective yet simple Reading Glasses feature a durable plastic frame to ensure they are lightweight and comfortable when in use.

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  27. Metal Frame Reading Glasses
    Metal Frame Reading Glasses Item Code: PG35668
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    These value-for-money yet highly effective Reading Glasses boast a truly lightweight metal frame to ensure maximum comfort and durability.

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  28. Household Thermometer
    Household Thermometer Item Code: MS35628
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    This highly cost-effective Household Thermometer can be easily mounted onto a wall almost anywhere it's required, whether in the home, conservatory, office or factory.

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  29. Digital Ear Thermometer
    Digital Ear Thermometer Item Code: MS35582
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    This highly cost-effective Digital Ear Thermometer gives accurate readings almost instantly requiring just one second to read a temperature thus ensuring the user isn't in much discomfort for long.

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  30. Thermometer Digital
    Thermometer Digital Item Code: MS35581
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    This Digital Thermometer is a fantastic way of quickly, easily and accurately measuring the temperature of a patient.

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  31. Soft Tip Digital Thermometer
    Soft Tip Digital Thermometer Item Code: MS35580
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    This Soft Tip Digital Thermometer is an inexpensive way to measure a user's temperature and can be used orally, rectally or in the armpit.

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  32. Nurses Scissors
    Nurses Scissors Item Code: PG35578
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    This pair of Nurses Scissors represents exceptional value for money and are supplied with blade ends styled as either blunt/blunt or sharp/sharp.

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  33. Household Scissors
    Household Scissors Item Code: MS35577
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    Well suited for a variety of cutting tasks around the home and office, these Household Scissors feature high-quality, sharp stainless steel blades.

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  34. First Aid Scissors
    First Aid Scissors Item Code: MS35575
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    This pair of First Aid Scissors not only offers exceptional value for money but can be used in a variety of situations.

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  35. 5 Pack Flexi Cut Cup
    5 Pack Flexi Cut Cup Item Code: PG15653
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    Whether you're at home, in a care facility, or on the go, the Flexi-Cut Cup is an ideal companion for individuals of all ages

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  36. Helping Hand Handi-Grip - Mini
    Helping Hand Handi-Grip - Mini Item Code: MS35388
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    This Handi-Grip Mini is an invaluable reaching aid that is perfect for retrieving those hard-to-reach items from a seated position, or in a confined space, such as down the side of the sofa or behind a cabinet.

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  37. Food Chopper
    Food Chopper Item Code: MS35233
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    For processing tiny food items that can be difficult to chop with a sharp knife, a food chopper is a necessary tool. It includes a container that keeps the components firmly in place while being chopped, lowering the possibility of losing control. This food chopper can rapidly and precisely chop the food into little, even pieces using its effective plunger handle, saving you time and labour in the kitchen. Gives you peace of mind while you prepare your meals, you no longer have to be concerned about cutting your fingers on a sharp knife accidentally. Anyone who wishes to slice their food easily and without worrying about getting hurt should use this chopper.

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  38. Automatic Can Opener
    Automatic Can Opener Item Code: MS35232
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    Incredibly easy to use, the Automatic Can Opener attaches to and opens cans and tins with a simple touch of a button. Suitable for use with most canned foods, this Automatic Can Opener is the perfect kitchen aid for elderly or disabled users who struggle to use traditional can openers.

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  39. Freestyle Grab and Go Walking Stick
    Freestyle Grab and Go Walking Stick Item Code: PG34990
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    The Freestyle Grab and Go Walking Stick is a versatile mobility aid that doubles as a grabber to help you retrieve small items. It features a lightweight and comfortable design with an ergonomic rubber handle grip and a stylish two-tone colour scheme.

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  40. Alerta Adult Washable Bib
    Alerta Adult Washable Bib Item Code: PG34905
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    The Alerta Adult Washable Bib is a highly cost-effective bib that provides all-over protection. These Bibs are available in either Blue or Pink Check dependent on the users preference and boast a tough, durable construction with a fully waterproof integral barrier.

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Daily Living Aids, getting you through each day easier

Daily living aids are indispensable gadgets and aids that can help you in so many areas of your life, whether at home, in the garden, or at work. We all have tasks around the house that we find more difficult than others, and with our collection of useful daily living aids, we have aimed to conquer many of these common problems. We provide these products at a variety of price points, so there should always be something that you can find to solve your particular problem. We take care when selecting our daily living aids to choose the best products that are most suited to the task at hand. All of our products are of the highest quality in manufacture and will give great day-in, day-out, robust performance. Whether you simply find it hard to open cans or bottles, or you can’t bend down the same when gardening, or maybe you need some magnification to read the small print, or do your favourite hobbies, You will find that Mobility Smart’s range of daily living aids will give you the support you need, making for an easier time around the home and the garden. We love to receive your feedback and reviews of any of our products, and as always, if you have any questions or need help, We’re always here to help.

 

What are daily living aids?
Daily living aids, also known as assistive devices, are tools and equipment that help people with disabilities or impairments perform everyday tasks. They can make it easier to complete tasks that may be difficult or impossible without assistance. Daily living aids can be used for a variety of activities, including dressing, bathing, eating, toileting, getting around, and using the telephone.

Here are some examples of daily living aids:

  • Reachers and grabbers: These tools help people to reach items that are out of their reach.
  • Long-handled shoehorns: These help people to put on their shoes without bending over.
  • Raised toilet seats and grab bars: These make it easier to get on and off the toilet and provide support while sitting.
  • Shower chairs and walkers: These make it easier to bathe and move around in the bathroom.
  • Voice-activated devices: These allow people to control their environment and communicate with others using their voice.
  • Assistive technology devices: Such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, can help people with speech impairments communicate effectively.

All of these kinds of daily living aids can be purchased at MobilitySmart. There are many different types of aids available, so it is important to find the ones that meet your individual needs and preferences.

 

What aids are available for older people?
There are a wide range of aids available to help older people live independently and comfortably. These aids can help with mobility, daily living tasks, and communication.

 

Mobility Aids

  • Mobility scooters: Mobility scooters provide a convenient and comfortable way to get around for older adults who have difficulty walking long distances or climbing stairs.
  • Rollators: Rollators are three-wheeled walkers that provide support and stability while walking. They are a good option for older adults who need more support than a cane or walker.
  • Crutches: Crutches are a good option for older adults who need to offload weight from one or both legs. They require more balance than a cane or walker, but they can provide more support.
  • Canes: Canes are a good option for older adults who need a little extra support when walking. They come in a variety of styles, including straight canes, quad canes, and adjustable canes.

Daily living aids:

  • Reachers and grabbers: Reachers and grabbers help older adults reach items that are out of their reach. They can be helpful for tasks such as getting things from high shelves or reaching for items on the floor.
  • Long-handled shoehorns: Long-handled shoehorns help older adults put on their shoes without bending over. They are a good option for people with arthritis or other joint pain.
  • Raised toilet seats: Raised toilet seats make it easier for older adults to get on and off the toilet. They can also help to reduce pain and strain on the joints.
  • Shower chairs: Shower chairs provide support and comfort while bathing. They can be helpful for older adults who have difficulty standing in the shower for long periods of time.
  • Walkers: Walkers can be helpful for older adults who need a little extra support when walking or standing. They can also be used to support balance and reduce the risk of falls.

Communication aids:

  • Voice-activated devices: Voice-activated devices allow older adults to control their environment and communicate with others using their voice. This can be helpful for people with limited mobility or speech impairments.
  • Assistive technology devices: Assistive technology devices, such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, can help people with speech impairments communicate effectively.

 

What kind of equipment is used to help in daily living?
There are many types of equipment used to help people with daily living tasks. Here are a few examples:

For eating and drinking:

  • Booster seats: These can be used to raise a person's height at a table, making it easier to reach food and drink.
  • Non-slip mats: These can be placed under plates and cups to prevent them from sliding around.
  • Adjustable spoons and forks: These can be helpful for people with limited hand mobility.
  • Weighted utensils: These can help people with tremors or other hand impairments control their utensils.
  • Suction cups: These can be attached to plates and cups to prevent them from sliding around.

For dressing and grooming:

  • Reachers and grabbers: These can be used to reach items that are out of reach, such as clothes from the back of a closet or items from high shelves.
  • Long-handled shoehorns: These can be used to put on shoes without bending over.
  • Button hooks: These can be used to fasten buttons on clothes.
  • Magnetic closures: These can be used to close clothing without buttons or zippers.
  • Sock aids: These can be used to put on socks without bending over.

For bathing and showering:

  • Raised toilet seats: These seats make it easier for people to sit on and get off the toilet.
  • Grab bars: These bars can be placed in the bathroom to help people maintain their balance while getting in and out of the shower or bathtub.
  • Shower chairs: These chairs can be used in the shower to provide support and comfort while bathing.
  • Waterproof mats: These mats can be placed on the floor of the shower or bathtub to prevent slipping.
  • Shower hoses with hand controls: These hoses can be used to adjust the water temperature and flow without having to reach for the faucet.

For toileting:

  • Commodes: These portable toilets can be helpful for people who have difficulty getting to the bathroom.
  • Urinals: These can be used for men who have difficulty standing to urinate.
  • Bedpans: These pans can be used to collect urine or stool when a person is unable to use the toilet.

For mobility:

  • Canes: These canes provide support and stability for walking.
  • Walkers: These walkers provide more support than canes and can also be helpful for balance.
  • Rollators: These three-wheeled walkers provide even more support and stability, and they can also be used to transport small items.
  • Mobility scooters: These scooters provide a motorized way to get around, and they can be helpful for people who have difficulty walking long distances.
  • Wheelchairs: Wheelchairs provide a way to get around for people who cannot walk at all.

For communication:

  • Voice-activated devices: These devices can be used to control appliances, turn on lights, and answer the phone.
  • Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices: These devices can be used to help people communicate who have difficulty speaking.
  • Communication boards: These boards can be used to spell out words or phrases.
  • Eye gaze communication systems: These systems use eye movements to control a cursor on a computer screen, which can be used to type or select words or phrases.

This is just a small sample of the many types of equipment that can help people with daily living tasks. There are many other options available, so it is important to talk to an assistive technology specialist to find the right equipment for your needs.