How to Make Handicapped Life Easier

There are many things that can be done to make handicapped life easier. It can be difficult to perform certain tasks as an handicapped person. Whether a person is wheelchair bound or uses a walker, there are ways to make life easier with the help of technology and creativity The home can be rearranged to make getting around easier and can be done without spending a lot of money.

Instructions

• 1

  Clear the pathways of things that may cause an obstruction for a handicapped person. Remove loose rugs, which can cause tripping and cushion sharp furniture edges. Removing clutter out of pathways can free up moving space.

• 2

  Adjust the arrangements of dishes and utensils to make handicapped life easier. This will help to reinforce feelings of independence. Put the items that are frequently used in the kitchen, on lower shelves.

• 3

  Install handrails to provide extra security for a handicapped person. The measurement of handrails vary from person to person. The measurement for rails typically used by people in wheelchairs is 27 to 29 inches in height with a diameter of 1 1/4 to 2 1/2 inches.

• 4

  Reduce confusion in the home by using neutral colors instead of multicolored curtains or fabric furniture. This will benefit a handicapped person who has vision problems.

• 5

  Prevent accidental burns by installing a scald-guard valve on faucets in the kitchen. This is a device that will prevent the temperature of the water from becoming too hot.