Department of Psychology
Tech4Aging
Fall Prevention Devices
In-Home Devices
Keywords: door opener, electric door opener Price: $$$$ Additional Information: Remote control available. Installation required. |
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Keywords: bed railing, bed rail Price: $$ Additional Information: Portable versions are available. |
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Keywords: transfer pole Price: $$$ Additional Information: Professional installation required. |
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Keywords: grab bar, bathroom railing Price: $ - $$ Additional Information: Proper installation required. Portable versions are also available. |
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Keywords: shower chair Price: $ - $$ Additional Information: Swivel and sliding bath tub benches are alternative options. |
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Keywords: raised toilet seat Price: $ Additional Information: 3-in-1 commodes also perform similar functions. Some come with handles for additional support |
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$ | $5-$50 |
$$ | $51-$100 |
$$$ | $101-$200 |
$$$$ | $201+ |
Walking Aids
Keywords: cane, walking stick, quad-cane, four legged cane Price: $$ Additional Information: Can be used with flashlights to increase visibility. Ice grippers can be added for additional stability. |
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Keywords: walker, wheeled walker, rollator Price: $$$ Additional Information: Other types of walkers are available to meet individual needs. |
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Keywords: textured sock, slip resistant sock Price: $ Additional Information: Slip resistant flooring may also be helpful. |
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Keywords: fall alert system, fall detection, medical alert Price: $ - $$ Additional Information: Some require a monthly contract and phone line. |
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Keywords: personal pager, caregiver pager, in-home pager system Price: $$ Additional Information: No additional contracts or monthly fees. |
Solutions for Caregivers
Keywords: floor alarm mat, pressure mat Price: $$$ Additional Information: Chair and bed mats are also available. All used with an alert monitor. |
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Keywords: video monitor, wireless video monitor, smartphone monitor Price: $$ - $$$ Additional Information: Some can be connected to smartphones or tablets. |