Many are unaware of the fact that there are mobility items available that assist people in the kitchen. They are not as prominent as wheelchairs or walkers, but they are just as useful. Kitchen aids are items used on an everyday basis and provide more help than most us might think. These aids make it easy for people to work around tasks they find difficult in the kitchen.

A wide range of kitchen aids include tap and knob turners, bottle and jar openers, key turners, cutlery, trolleys, cups and tippers, handy plugs and non slip mats are available.

Tap and knob turners help in using taps and knobs without much difficulty as they make them like lever. Bottle and jar openers also help in opening them with ease. These include a number of features like non slip, twist and turn and even electric openers. Key turners allow for better grip and good leverage for turning.

A special type of cutlery is available for those with a weak grip or restricted finger and hand movement. Knives and forks are specially designed to help with directional control. The cutlery range is also dishwasher safe.

Trolleys can assist in mobility aids as they help move food and drinks around the house without having to carry them. Special cups have been developed that make holding and drinking easier. Tippers ease the weight of the kettle making it easy to pour. Non-slip mats grip both dry and slippery surfaces to prevent undesired movement and can also be used to enhance grip on jars.