Food Preparation Aids
Food preparation aids are designed to make cooking and meal prep easier for individuals with limited hand strength dexterity issues or range of movement challenges. From specially designed jar openers to ergonomic kitchen utensils these products provide the necessary support to maintain independence in the kitchen.
This Multi Opener has a durable and comfortable grip and opens six different types of seals and lids with ease.
- Easily opens six different types of seals and lids
- Features enclosed blade that slices open tightly sealed bags
- Only weighs 99 grams
The Automatic Can Opener allows you to open a can with just one hand without any unnecessary fuss or mess. The opener attaches easily to any can and automatically moves around the edge to remove the lid. Ideal for those with reduced hand mobility.
- Avoids sharp edges
- Magnetic base
- Automatically moves around can
The Canpull is a clever device designed specifically to open ring pull cans. Its easy to use just hook the end under the ring push forwards and roll back the handle
The Coolhand is a handy little device that enables the user to simply grip hot/cold plates of food without getting burnt. It is ideal for people with arthritis and limited hand dexterity.
The Digital Talking Kitchen Scales allows those with visual impairments to cook and bake independently. The easy-to-use digital scales read aloud the weight in a clear and loud voice. The minimal buttons are raised and embossed to make them clear to identify and press.
- Digital display
- Raised buttons
- Imperial and metric measurements
Dycem Bottle Openers are dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand. The added unique grip bars around the opener maximise grip
The Etac Food Preparation Board has vice type jaws that can hold food or a piece of kitchen equipment and a detachable spiked plate which can hold small pieces of food for cutting.
The Drive Food Chopper allows you to prep meals to a high standard with minimal fuss risk or mess! The chopper is easy to use simply place whole foods into the container and attach the plunge handle once ready push down for neatly chopped food every time.
- Stainless steel blades
- Non slip base
- Detachable container
This attractive wooden food preparation has been under development for over 10 years and is designed to assist those with weak hand function or who have the use of just one hand. It offers a practical solution to peeling grating and slicing.
- Multi functional
- Stainless steel metal parts
- Spiked area
This Food Preparation System is a durable cutting board ideal for those with difficulty gripping or only have the use of one hand. Comes with a clamp and spikes to keep items still when in use.
The Grip Toggle is a clever aid designed to help individuals who have poor or no grip or limited hand control. It provides a comfortable and secure grip on many household items such as toothbrushes pens and cooking utensils. Supplied as a 4 pack and includes 2 sizes – 8mm and 14mm hole.
- 2 sizes - 14mm and 8mm hole
- Comfortable
- Features suction cup
This jar opener is perfect for those who have arthritis or a weak grip. It makes it quick and easy to open jar lids and is suitable on a lid diameter of up to 9.5cm. The teeth on the underside clamp onto the jar lid and hold it steady whilst you twist the handle.
- Perfect for those who have arthritis or weak grip
- Suitable on lid diameter of up to 9.5cm
- Teeth on underside clamps onto jar lid
If you have limited strength in your hands then the Kitchen Shears could come in usefull around your kitchen. They are spring loaded and have a self opening mechanism which re-opens the scissors after each cut making it easier for you. They are also fitted with a safety lock for when you are not using them.
The Kitchen Spreader Board allows you to prepare snacks and meals using just one hand. The non-slip feet allow the board to remain in place when in use.
- Assists you whilst you prepare meals and snacks with one hand
- Downward curved lip
- Non-slip feet
This Kitchen Workstation is an easy to use multi functional food preparation unit providing assistance with everyday kitchen tasks.
This Knork and spoon child set is ideal for children aged 3 and up this is the smaller version to the original knork sets.
- Combination of a Knife and fork
- Bevelled edge
- Smaller versions
The Knork foam Handle is a contoured piece of foam which is to be used as a handle with the Knork Fork
- Foam Handle for the Knork
- Easy Grip and control
- Foam can be washed in hot soapy water
The Large Non-Slip Cutting Board is made from scratchproof melamine and features rims on three sides to prevent items such as a slice of bread sliding off. It allows people with limited hand movement to prepare food independently.
- Scratchproof melamine
- Raised rims on three sides
- Ideal for people with limited hand movement
The Liquid level indicator is a handy device to help you know when the liquid nears the top of your cup. This is by simply by placing it on the side of the cup..
- Simply place on the side of a cup/glass
- Beeps and vibrates when liquid is near the top
- Supplied with batteries
These mounted table top scissors are perfect for those who have limited strength you simply push the T shapred handle to cut the paper. The spring will automatically re open the scissors ready for the next cut. The wooden base has Dycem strips underneath for stability. This is supplied with a zip case for storage.
- Ideal for those with a weakened grip or strength.
- Easy to cut paper
- Easy to use Scissors with the press of a button.
This Multi-opener is a muti-functional opener for bottle caps screw tops and ring pulls. With a non-slip handle for a better grip.
This Mulit Jar Opener is perfect for helping those with a weaker grip. It can open any size bottle or jar.
The Non-Slip Cutting Board is made from melamine and features rims on three sides to prevent items such as a slice of bread sliding off. It allows people with limited hand movement to prepare food independently.
- Scratchproof melamine
- Raised rims on three sides
- Ideal for people with limited hand movement
The Non-Slip Cutting Board is made from melamine and features rims on three sides to prevent items such as a slice of bread sliding off. It allows people with limited hand movement to prepare food independently.
- Scratchproof melamine
- Raised rims on three sides
- Ideal for people with limited hand movement
A faster way to open cans of all types and sizes. The new improved One Touch can opener has been redesigned with several improvements.
The one way drinking straw helps aid a person who has difficulty swallowing or sucking from a standard straw. The straw features a one way valve which means the liquid stays filled in the straw after removing from your lips which helps reduce any air ingested.
- The straw features a one way value- making sucking and swallowing easier
- Clear in colour so liquid can be seen
The Plastic Mulit Opener is a multi purpose device that can be used to twist off resealable and pressure sealed bottle caps as well as opening aluminium can tabs.
The Plastic Spread Board with Spikes features a raised L-shape in one corner to aid one handed bread spreadng. Spikes hold the bread or vegetables in place while being chopped.
If you find yourself in a position where you have limited strength in your hands these new self opening kitchen Shears maybe the answer. They will re open after each cut.
- Hidden spring to automatically re-open scissors
- Safety catch
- Ergonomic Handle with non-slip grip
The Spill Not is a great little device that prevents spillage when opening jars and bottles and is ideal for those people with limited grip or the use of just one hand.
The Stainless Steel Cooking Basket allows vegetables and other food to be cooked and strained without having to lift a pan of boiling hot water. It conveniently folds flat for easy storage. Reduces the risk of burning whilst draining boiling water.
- Cook food without having to lift pan of boiling water
- Folds flat for easy storage
- Reduces risk of burning whilst draining boiling water
If you struggle to keep your straw in one place when drinking from your bottle glass or tumbler then the Strawberri Straw Holder can help. The holder keeps the straw firmly in place within the glass or bottle. The slot will fit a standard straw of 6mm in diameter. Supplied as a pack of 5.
This pair of egg cups have a suction base to keep them in place. This makes this product Ideal fo r one handed users or throse with limited mobility. Supplied in Pairs available in Red or White.
- Supplied in pairs
- Ideal for one handed users
- Suction keeps the egg cup in place
This pair of egg cups have a suction base to keep them in place. This makes this product Ideal fo r one handed users or throse with limited mobility. Supplied in Pairs available in Red or White.
- Supplied in pairs
- Ideal for one handed users
- Suction keeps the egg cup in place
Tenura Bottle Openers are dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand. The added unique grip bars around the opener maximise grip
- Dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand
- Malleable design guarantees that it will fit on any sized bottle lid
- Helps ton open ‘push down and twist’ pill bottles
Tenura Bottle Openers are dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand. The added unique grip bars around the opener maximise grip
- Dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand
- Malleable design guarantees that it will fit on any sized bottle lid
- Helps ton open ‘push down and twist’ pill bottles
Tenura Bottle Openers are dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand. The added unique grip bars around the opener maximise grip
- Dome shaped to fit comfortably into the palm of the hand
- Malleable design guarantees that it will fit on any sized bottle lid
- Helps ton open ‘push down and twist’ pill bottles
This Tenura jar opener helps those with a poor grip to open and close jars. The non-slip properties provide a good strong grip to make opening easier
- Can help with opening bottles, jars, door knobs
- Non-slip properties provide a good strong grip
- Ideal for people with a weak grip
This Tenura jar opener helps those with a poor grip to open and close jars. The non-slip properties provide a good strong grip to make opening easier
- Can help with opening bottles, jars, door knobs
- Non-slip properties provide a good strong grip
- Ideal for people with a weak grip
This Tenura jar opener helps those with a poor grip to open and close jars. The non-slip properties provide a good strong grip to make opening easier
- Can help with opening bottles, jars, door knobs
- Non-slip properties provide a good strong grip
- Ideal for people with a weak grip
The Twister Jar Opener is a cone shaped rubber moulding with fluted finger grips on the outside and ribbing on the inside to give a good grip for opening twist-off jar lids.
This Dycem jar opener helps those with a poor grip to open and close jars. The non-slip properties provide a good strong grip to make opening easier
This flexible rubber bottle opener and knob turner helps to get a firm grip on small tops on drinks or medicine bottles. It can also be used for turning knobs.
This Stainless Steel cooking basket allows vegetables to be cooked and strained without ever lifting the pan of boiling water. Nylon heat retardant handle
- Allows safe cooking/straining of vegetables
- Large flame retardant moulded nylon handle
- Tapers from top to bottom for easier pan insertion
The Good Grips Swivel Peeler has a unique handle that ensures a secure hold. The Swivel Peeler features a stainless steel blade which cuts easily and requires minimal wrist movement.
The Good Grips Jar Opener will help you open stubborn lids easily and is ideal if you have limited power in your hand or wrist.
The Good Grips Chopper makes it easy to chop onions garlic nuts herbs and many more ingredients. Simply press the soft knob and the blade rotates for even chopping.
These Self Opening All Purpose Scissors are operated by the whole hand and not just the fingers. Ideal for people with thumb injuries or decreased hand strength.
Preparing meals should be a simple and enjoyable task regardless of physical ability. Food preparation aids such as can and jar openers adaptive chopping boards and easy-to-use kitchen utensils help users safely and efficiently handle various kitchen tasks. This guide explores different types of food preparation aids and their benefits.
Types of Food Preparation Aids
Can Bottle and Jar Openers
Can bottle and jar openers assist individuals with limited grip strength in opening tins bottles and jars effortlessly. These openers provide extra leverage reducing strain on the hands and wrists while ensuring a firm grip for safe and easy use.
Chopping Boards
Chopping boards with non-slip bases and raised edges help keep food steady while cutting making them ideal for individuals with limited hand control. Some models feature corner grips or spikes to hold ingredients in place providing extra stability during food preparation.
Kitchen Utensils
Kitchen utensils are specially designed to offer better grip and control for users with reduced dexterity. Adapted cutlery easy-grip knives and angled peelers make food preparation more accessible and comfortable.
Scissors
Scissors with ergonomic handles and assisted opening mechanisms allow users to cut food packaging herbs or other ingredients with minimal effort. Some models feature self-opening or spring-loaded designs making them particularly useful for individuals with arthritis or hand weakness.
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This Multi Opener has a durable and comfortable grip and opens six different types of seals and lids with ease.
- Easily opens six different types of seals and lids
- Features enclosed blade that slices open tightly sealed bags
- Only weighs 99 grams
This attractive wooden food preparation has been under development for over 10 years and is designed to assist those with weak hand function or who have the use of just one hand. It offers a practical solution to peeling grating and slicing.
- Multi functional
- Stainless steel metal parts
- Spiked area
The popular range of Easi-Grip® knives feature thick angled handles making them easier to grip than other more conventional options on the market. Set of 3 consists of the Bread Knife Carving Knife and General Purpose Knife.
- Anti-slip ergonomic handles
- Stainless Steel blades
- Dishwasher Safe
The Grip Toggle is a clever aid designed to help individuals who have poor or no grip or limited hand control. It provides a comfortable and secure grip on many household items such as toothbrushes pens and cooking utensils. Supplied as a 4 pack and includes 2 sizes – 8mm and 14mm hole.
- 2 sizes - 14mm and 8mm hole
- Comfortable
- Features suction cup
If you find yourself in a position where you have limited strength in your hands these new self opening kitchen Shears maybe the answer. They will re open after each cut.
- Hidden spring to automatically re-open scissors
- Safety catch
- Ergonomic Handle with non-slip grip
