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Functionalhand gripping aid review – improving limited hand function

The Functionalhand is a gripping aid designed to help people with limited hand function to grip items. It was developed by OT’s Linda Merry and Celine Skertich. They wanted to help their clients progress, achieve and do more for themselves, bridging the gap between determination and ability. Here, our writer and editor Lucy Currier, who […]

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Square graphic with a solid red background. Large cream-colored capital letters at the top read: '8 Accessible Products That Help Empower Everyday Life Independently With A Disability'. Below the text, eight simple illustrated icons are arranged in two rows: an iPhone, a large-print yellow-and-black Bluetooth keyboard, an Amazon Echo smart speaker, a TV screen with a speaker icon, the ChatGPT logo, the Grammarly logo, a blue Hydrant water bottle with a drinking tube, and a sheet of colorful tactile dot stickers.

8 Accessible Products That Help Empower Everyday Life Independently With A Disability

Freelance journalist Emma Purcell, who lives with cerebral palsy and is registered blind, shares her personal recommendations of accessible products that have genuinely transformed her daily life. With lived experience and a passion for inclusive technology, Emma highlights eight tools that support her independence, enhance productivity, and make everyday activities more manageable and enjoyable.

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image split into two halves under the title “Choosing a Ring if You Have a Hand Impairment or Disability.” On the left, a cartoon-style illustration shows a hand holding a glowing engagement ring, surrounded by sparkles and abstract ring shapes in a heart. On the right, a wedding couple poses joyfully; the woman in a bright pink dress and floral crown stands beside her partner, who uses a wheelchair and wears a floral jacket. The subtitle reads: “Tips, styles, and options that truly fit.”

Choosing a Wedding or Engagement Ring with if you have a hand impairment or disability: A Practical and Inclusive Guide

Choosing an engagement ring should feel joyful — not painful or stressful. For disabled people with limited hand function, finding a ring that’s both meaningful and wearable can be tricky. This guide explores practical, inclusive options like silicone bands, hinged rings, and tattoo alternatives. It also shares tips for discussing accessibility with loved ones, daily wear, and celebrating love without compromise. Whether you live with arthritis, sensory sensitivities, or dexterity issues, this is your go-to resource for accessible, stylish engagement rings.

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