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Medical ID Bracelets
American Medical ID provides medical ID bracelets, necklaces and medallions to assist persons in a emergency. IDs can be customized highlighting key information that can help others assist a person with a disability or chronic illness.
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Adaptive Recreation Equipment
A variety of companies provide adaptive recreation equipment, such as adaptive wheelchairs, specialized fishing reels, hand cycles, garden tools, tricycles, and more
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Used Donated Equipment and Devices
The following list identifies Chicago area and Illinois organizations that give and accept donated durable medical equipment and devices, including used wheelchairs, walkers, and other aids for mobility and puts them into the hands that need them.
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Emergency Call Systems
Emergency call systems can be very helpful, allowing a person at home to summon caregiver assistance inside the home or to call outside the home to a neighbor or 911. See list below for further information.
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Adaptive Clothing and Shoe Vendors
Selected list of vendors providing fashionable adapted clothing and shoes. Contemporary attractive fashions are available.
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Assistive Technology for Upper Limb Disabilities
Useful Technology for Upper Limb Disabilities: Using household devices such as a television, light switch, computer keyboard and mouse can be difficult or impossible for people with arm or hand disabilities. There are many types of equipment now available to provide assistance as described below. For more information on equipment and techniques, consult with an occupational therapist who specializes in assistive technology.
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Electronic Aids for Daily Living
This article provides a selection of electronic aids that can assist persons with impaired mobility .
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Computer Access Options for One-Handed Typing
Many adaptations for the computer are currently available for a one–handed typist to use to improve speed and accuracy. Looking at the advantages and disadvantages of each will assist with making a choice of adaptive equipment.
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Adapting a Home for Wheelchair Accessibility
There are several ways to create a more accessible space for a person in a wheelchair for home modification and adapting for a wheelchair.
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Safety Tips to Prevent Falls at Home
There are many things to help prevent falls in the home. This guide can assist in identifying potential risk factors and provide useful suggestions.
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