With its 19-by-30-inch seat that has a rounded end to make getting on and off easy and comfortable, the Adepta™ Transfer Bench keeps bathing safe. It also includes a built-in soap holder, hand-held showerhead slot, backrest and water drain. $92.49. Available in muted spa colors at medical-supply stores.

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Step into BrightFeet™ Lighted Slippers when it’stime to check a loved one or get a midnight snack.A timer delays the lights from fading until you’resafely back to bed. Available at JCPenney. $29.95.For other retailers or to order, call (877) 723-6826or visit www.brightfeetslippers.com.

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ALL HANDS OFF DECK!
Placing playing cards in this clear plastic holder allows folks with pain and/or limited use of their hands an easy way to see and sort all their cards. Large numbers on cards help those with low vision.

PHONE IT RIGHT OVER
Imagine a traditional looking picture frame with a vivid 5” X 7” LCD screen that displays the photos it receives nightly through a phone line, without any interruption to your existing phone service.

If you constantly flip your pillow over during the night to find a cool spot, you now can enjoy a restful night with your pillow at just the right level of cool comfort. Designed to tuck inside your pillowcase (or sit directly on top of your pillow), the Chillow® absorbs heat from the body and dissipates it into the air, maintaining a temperature about 20 degrees cooler than the normal body temperature.

The DayTeller™ Clock features an easy-to-see display of the weekday, date and time. Radio-controlled by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, it automatically remains accurate in any time zone and adjusts for daylight savings time.

FIT TO BE TIED
When it becomes complicated to deal with shoelaces due to arthritis or other issues, elastic or coil can come to the rescue. Elastic laces are oversized and designed for athletic shoes with five to seven eyelets.

The easy-to-grip, rubber-coated Ergo-Sof pen is ideal for those with limited dexterity. Ergonomically designed to fit in your hand for crampless writing. $6.99 in black, red, and cobalt (with one refill); two refills, $4.95. Order at www.flaxart.com or call (888) 352-9278.

Ergonomic, durable and versatile grips from Gripeez™ let you modify small handles to make grasping objects such as toothbrushes, flatware, pens, razors, tools and more easy and pain free. Just slip them on and discover new ease in doing the most ordinary daily tasks. Finger grooves provide comfort and stability while dispersing pressure throughout the entire hand. Dishwasher safe. $19 for a set of three. Available at www.gripeez.com.

The award-winning Handybar™ is perfect for anyone who has difficulty getting in or out of an automobile. The Handybar fits neatly into the car door striker (the latch located on the vehicle’s door frame), locks into position and then creates a safe support by which to stand up or sit down with ease. Can be used on either the driver or passenger side of the car and supports up to 350 pounds. Features a non-slip padded handle, plus integrated side-window breaker and recessed seat belt cutter for emergencies. $39.95. Go to www.handybar.com to find a retailer near you.

More than a wristwatch, the IBEAM Luminous Magnifying Watch has two special features to make life easier and safer. Press the bottom right side of the case and a 5X magnifying lens flips open, perfect for threading a needle, reading a menu or finding a phone number.

It’s lightweight (only 37 pounds), can be easily disassembled to transport or store, has soft plastic pneumatic wheels that roll easily over many types of terrain

Tired of holding a lid under hot running water or grabbing a rubber grip when you want to open a jar? The Black & Decker™ LidsOff™ Automatic Jar Opener comes to the rescue. It adjusts to the height and diameter of the jar lid and unscrews the lid to a loose position.

Want something soothing on your TV screen to help you de-stress? Try the Living Series DVDs from Screen Dreams Publishing. Serene images of swimming fish, a peaceful beach, a soothing waterfall or fluttering butterflies—all accompanied by gentle music and sound effects in Dolby® sound—will calm for more than an hour and a half at a time.

Care for nails and feet has taken a new step. Now, if you exert too much pressure, a built-in safety mechanism slows or completely stops Medicool’s rechargeable Manicure Pedicure Caddy. Includes eight precision tools and travel box.

The compact MedPort Telescoping Self-Exam Mirror, with its six- to 18-inch telescoping handle, is perfect for daily foot exams and skin inspections of hard-to-see places. The two-sided mirror offers regular and 2x magnification. $11.95. Order at www.ActiveForever.com or call (800) 377-8033.

PRESS, FOLD AND STASH
Perfect for anyone downsizing or with a cramped laundry room, this all-in-one Mobile Laundry Center offers almost 44" inches in length of surface for ironing and folding, and folds away in seconds to just 23” long (15” deep).

The unique shape of Alimed’s Nosey Cutout Cup allows individuals with limited neck mobility or swallowing problems to drink without tipping back their heads. This colorful 12-ounce cup increases a user’s independence and helps maintain hydration.

SOMETHING TO PUZZLE OVER
Over-sized pieces that are easy to manipulate make these 300-piece jigsaw puzzles perfect for older adults who are jigsaw-inclined. You can find them on

When it’s time for medicine, the pocket-size Pillminder alerts you with a simple-to-set alarm. Reminder range extends from one minute to 100 hours. $9.95. Order at www.medicool.com or call (800) 433-2469.

To discourage people with dementia from wandering, try blocking doorways with the Qualcare™ Alarm Door Banner. If the “Stop” sign doesn’t do the trick, an alarm sounds when a person crosses the banner. Requires two AAA batteries, not included. $60. Order at www.alimed.com or call (800) 225-2610.