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A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. Its large print, amusing illustrations and clear directives present advice on how seniors and others with disabilities can overcome their difficulties by using aids that range from high technology to simple kitchen gadgets. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it. Whether you need a magnifying glass or a wheelchair; a large-handled potato peeler or a hearing aid; a bath pole or a playing card holder-this publication encourages you to go for it so that you can get on with the good life!
Chapter 1: What Are Assistive Devices?
Chapter 2: How Does the System Work?
Division of Aging and Seniors
Public Health Agency of Canada
Address Locator: 1908A1
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0K9
Telephone: 613-952-7606
TTY: 1-800-267-1245
Fax: 613-957-9938
E-mail: seniors-aines@phac-aspc.gc.ca
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