1 Assistive Technology Webinar Brought to you by Michigan’s Assistive Technology Program at MDRC.

2 About the Webinar Use the chat function on the right hand side. Questions and comments are encouraged and expected! We reference vendor sites, be a good consumer and shop around! The session is being recorded.

3 AT for Holiday Cooking Joanne Feutz, OTR, CAPS Renee Thompson, BS, COTA, CAPS Disability Advocates of Kent County (616)

4 What Will Be Discussed? Universal Design in the Kitchen Adaptive Techniques – Energy Conservation – Joint Protection – Tips for Easier Cooking AT Devices & Gadgets

5 Heart of the Home Activity Planning Center Social Networking Hub Life Skills Training Family Gatherings

6 Universal Design Floor Space – 5’ clear floor space – 4’ access space in front of prep centers/appliances

7 Designing for Storage Pull out shelves Pull Down Shelves Lower Shelving By Rev-a-Shelf

8 More Storage

9 Appliances Built in Microwave & pull out shelf 2 Drawer Dishwasher By GE By KitchenAid

10 Refrigerators Side by side with controls on the front Double doors with lower freezer By LG

11 More Appliances Cook top with knee space Built-in oven with reversible side swing door Cook top by GE By Frigidaire

12 Sinks Assure sink by Kohler Adjustable Height Sink

13 Faucets Lever handles Pull Out Hose Pot Filler

14 Worksites Multiple height work surfaces Snack or prep area Pull out work surface By Kraftmaid

15 Lighting Overhead lighting Recessed lights can be placed in precise spots where additional lighting is needed. Track lights provide overhead light and allow light to be focused where it's needed.

16 Lighting, continued Under-cabinet lights are a very inconspicuous source of kitchen illumination. Task lights supplement overhead indirect lighting when additional light is needed for concentrated projects. Skylights provide natural light. Philips Spot On cupboard light

17 Other Considerations Reduce glare by using low gloss finishes. Use contrasting colors to enhance visibility for those with reduced vision. D-shaped loop handles on cabinets/drawers

18 Electrical Considerations Electrical outlets placed close to ends of counters and islands. Rocker style switches

19 Energy Conservation Plan ahead Plan rest periods Labor saving devices for example: use a food processor instead of chopping. Sit instead of standing

20 Energy Conservation, continued Use lightweight cookware & bake ware Delegate tasks to others Have commonly used items within reach Know your limitations

21 Joint Protection Large handle devices Using proper body mechanics Avoid twisting, pulling, pushing Adjusting activity level according to pain level Avoid heavy lifting if possible

22 Joint Protection, more tips Ask for help when you need it Take frequent rest periods Use 2 handled pots/pans Use lightweight utensils, cookware, etc.. By Rachael Ray

23 Making Cooking Easier Tips Gather all ingredients before starting Break tasks up into manageable steps Use built-up handled devices A wheeled cart for transporting items Use an easy grip sponge instead of a dishcloth abledeluxe.com

24 Making Cooking Easier Tips, continued Place a damp towel under bowls Use an egg slicer to cut soft veggies Freeze individual servings Use easy zip style storage bags Use unbreakable containers asia.ru

25 And More! Cook potatoes whole, then peel Ask your butcher to pre cut meats Use disposable aluminum baking pans Use cooking bags

26 Small appliances Microwaves Food Processors Crock Pots Electric Knife Electric Openers Electric Frying Pan decor-home.net

27 AT Devices Foam Floor Mat Baggy Holder Step stool Reacher $4.00 $ $45.00 $23.00

28 Utensils Rocker Knife – Requires little hand strength. – No need to hold the food in place with a fork as you cut it. Right Angle Knife – 90° angle, keeps hand and wrist in a neutral, stress-free position. $23.99 $16.99

29 More Utensils Pizza Cutter – Multi-purpose – Easy grip handle Scissors – Multi-purpose – Releases upon cut $13.00 $23.00

30 Utensils & Holders Sure Grip Utensils Universal Cuff Deluxe Wrist Drop Orthosis $10/each $13.99 $64.99

31 Plates Partitioned Plates Plate guards Adaptive Plate $9.99 $23.99 $4.95

32 Cups & Straws One Way Straws Long Straws 2 Handled Cup with Lid Weighted Cups $13.95 $13.00 $7.99

33 Food Preparation Talking Thermometer Color coated cups/spoons Chopper Bowl Holder Pan Holder $69.95 $22.99 $4.95 $24.99

34 Food Preparation Continued Apple Peeler Slicer Corer Corn Peeler Finger Guard $17.91 $10.00 $7.45

35 Openers One Touch Can Opener Black & Decker® Lids Off® Jar Opener Plus 3-in-1 Opener $19.99 $7.99 $9.99

36 Cutting Boards Colored Cutting Boards Flexible Cutting Boards One Handed Cutting Boards $43.00 $27.00 $7.95

37 Burn Prevention Potholder & Oven Mitts Mirror over Stove Food Pod Silicone Cooking Vessel Oven Push Pull Oven Guard $23.95 $2.95 $14.99

38 Alerting Boil Alert Liquid Level Alert Flashing or Vibrating Smoke Detectors, $160+ $2.95 $10.95

39 More Helpful Gadgets Talking Labels Universal Turner Dycem Mats Double Spatula Palm Peeler $17.95 $9.95 $5.45 $25 $22.00

40 Timers Large text Vibrating Talking Portable Braille $29.95 $8.95

41 Automatic Devices EZ Touchless Faucet Touchless Paper Towel Dispenser Touchless Trash Can Handsfree Soap Dispenser $49.99 $58.99

42 Just For Fun: Holiday Recipe Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread Submitted By: Laurie Bennett Photo By: Allrecipes maine-pumpkin-bread/Detail.aspx

43 Questions? Comments?

44 Thank you! Have a wonderful holiday season! We’ll let you know when the recording is posted. Please fill out the on line survey, thank you!