STOCKING STUFFERS & OTHER FUN GIFTS
Mother's Third Arm by InnoVentions attaches to wheelchairs, strollers, scooters, tables, car seats and more to hold drinks or provide other unique uses. It's made of flexible, lightweight materials and bends for many convenient positions. $19.95.
InnoVentions L.L.C.
(888) 540-7070
Edmark has unveiled eight new puppets that are characters from its Early Learning and Let's Go Read Series of computer software.
Puppets can encourage an active multisensory learning experience. Characters include Millie from Millie's Math House (ages 2 to 5) and Sammy from Sammy's Science House (ages 3 to 6). Puppets are $14.95 each.
Edmark
(800) 362-2890
www.edmark.com
The Scalamobil by Frank Mobility Systems Inc. is a stair-climbing device for wheelchair users. The Scalamobil enables wheelchair users to go up and down stairs without transferring from their own chairs. The device is portable, includes a patented braking system and doesn't cause wear on stairs. Manual wheelchairs can be adapted for use with the Scalamobil. $6,500.
Frank Mobility Systems Inc.
(888) 426-8581
www.frankmobility.com
Scan Medical's Safety-Sure Transfer Pivot Disc is designed for use by people who are able to stand but can't move their legs. The disc is ideal for transfers between wheelchairs, beds, toilets and chairs. $69. Also from Scan is the SafetySure Transfer Belt, ideal for assisting someone to walk, get up, sit down or make transfers. $40. The belt and disc are part of Scan's line of transfer devices, which includes lightweight slings and boards.
Scan Medical Co. Inc.
(888) 593-0377
www.scanmedical.com
Frog Legs Inc. makes shock absorbers for manual and power wheelchairs, new and old models alike. Frog Legs polyurethane shocks absorb about 75 percent of the vibration a wheelchair incurs, resulting in potential reduction of lower back pain, decrease in muscle spasms and greater mobility over varied surfaces. Starts at $279 per pair for manual chairs.
Frog Legs Inc.
(800) 922-2129
www.froglegsinc.com
Open Sesame unlatches, opens and closes a door with the touch of a button. Designed for the home environment, it operates with a chair-mounted transmitter and other environmental controls. Open Sesame allows remote and manual use of a door and features a built-in battery back-up. $1,600.
Open Sesame Door
(888) 973-7263
www.opensesamedoor.com
Alley OOP Maxi-Sport Ramp by Erickson's Creative Enterprises enables people with disabilities to enjoy a variety of games, from bowling to targeting. Alley OOP's ramp and two support legs are designed so that a bowling ball rolled off the ramp will generate enough speed to knock down pins in a traditional alley. Accessories are available for games like Roll-a-Putt golf, carpet pool and target roll. $215.
Erickson's Creative Enterprises
(815) 962-6224
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