Stroke Smart Magazine July/August 2006 GEAR AND GADGETS Printer Friendly Version Gear and Gadgets Mobile Suction Grab Bar Do you have a hard time moving around hotel bathrooms because they don't have grab bars to assist you? If so, the Mobile Suction Grab Bar may help. Ideal for travel, this product features powerful suction cup holders that provide a strong grip to any shower wall. Installed in seconds, the Grab Bar offers safety and support in the bathroom to prevent you from falling during your vacation. It comes in small, medium or large sizes. Prices range from $185.95 to $195.95. For more information, go to www.activeforever.com or call (800) 377-8033. Freedom Tent Created by Eureka! And BlueSky Designs, the Freedom Tent offers people with disabilities the freedom and independence to enjoy the outdoors. The tent incorporates ergonomics and a unique design to allow easy setup and use. It provides storage space for wheelchairs and walkers. This spacious (44 square feet) tent sleeps two people, has three doors and five windows. It weighs about 16 lbs. The Freedom Tent can be puchased through several different retailers, which can be found on its Web site. Prices vary widely — from $320 to $440 — so shop around for the best price. For more information, go to www.eurekatent.com or call toll-free (888) 6EUREKA (888-638-7352). The CAMEL by Mangar USA The Complete Air Moving Elevating Lift (CAMEL) is ideal for stroke survivors with limited mobility who like to go on vacation. It is made of an inflatable cushion so it is very lightweight. It is also fully portable. Deflated, it can be packed away into a sports bag. With a maximum user weight of 700 lbs, the CAMEL can lift people of any size and age. It can be used indoors and outdoors. The CAMEL is designed to help a person sit up or lift a fallen person from the floor, with or without help from someone else. For details, contact Mangar USA at (800) 901-5269 or at www.mangarUSA.com. Access Tours Traveling and taking scenic tours of America doesn't have to be the thing of the past after stroke. Access Tours, a non-profit organization, provides accessible tours for physically disabled, handicapped travelers or slow walkers. Tours include visits to national parks, Black Hills of South Dakota, Canadian Rockies and the Spanish Missions in Southern California. The 8- to 9-day tours accommodate 10 or 11 guests. Custom tours can be arranged with a group of 5 or more. Tour rates of $1,990 include bus, hotel stays and all sightseeing and admission fees. For tour details, go to www.accesstours.org or call (800) 929-4811. Drive Pollywog Transport Chair Lightweight and versatile, the Drive Pollywog Transport Wheelchair is ideal for people on the go. This chair acts as a full size wheelchair, but with the touch of a button transforms into a transport chair. It features dual brakes, removable armrests, a fold-down backrest and swing-away footrests. Priced at $419.95, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty. For more information, go to www.activeforever.com or call (800) 377-8033. Sprint Adaptive Bathing Suit This easy-to-use bathing suit is good for stroke survivors who have weakness in the hands or on one side of the body. The novel design allows you to put it on and remove it with little or no assistance from a caregiver. Not only is it stylish, but also it has Velcro closures, conservative leg openings and wide straps with crossover bodice panels to secure the fit. The suit comes in royal blue and black and costs $69.95. To buy the Sprint Adaptive Bathing Suit before your next vacation, visit www.sprintaquatics.com or call (800) 235-2156.   Stroke Smart Home | Subscribe to Stroke Smart