Assistive technology products and community programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Every listing is researched and verified.
Time Timer LLC
Visual countdown timer that makes the abstract concept of time concrete through a patented disappearing red disk, ideal for transitions and task management.
MedMinder
Smart pill dispenser with visual and audible reminders, locking compartments, and cellular-connected caregiver alerts designed for medication adherence.
North Coast Medical
Weighted stainless steel eating utensils with built-up soft handles that provide added control for individuals with limited hand coordination or tremors.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed pen grip that fits in the palm of your hand, making it easier to write without needing a traditional pencil grip. Great for people with limited fine motor control or hand strength, including those with Down syndrome or cerebral palsy.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A ball-shaped pen holder that lets you write by wrapping your hand around a round grip instead of pinching a thin pen. Helpful for anyone who finds it hard to hold small objects, including people with limited dexterity from cerebral palsy or other motor challenges.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed support that stabilizes the hand and wrist while writing or drawing. Designed for people whose hands tire quickly or who have difficulty controlling a pen, common challenges for people with cerebral palsy or developmental coordination disorder.
TechOWL (Temple University)
An adapted writing tool that lets you drag a pen across paper instead of lifting and pressing. Useful for people who have trouble controlling pen pressure or lifting their hand, including those with motor planning challenges related to autism or cerebral palsy.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A chunky, ergonomic handle that holds a pen or marker, giving you a much bigger surface to grip while writing. Perfect for people who struggle with the fine pinch grip needed for standard pens, a common challenge in Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed cuff that wraps around your hand and holds a fork, spoon, or other utensil in place so you can eat without needing a strong grip. Helps people with limited hand strength or coordination eat more independently.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed holder that keeps a beverage can stable and upright, making it easier to drink without worrying about spills. Helpful for people with tremors or limited hand coordination who find it hard to grip a can steadily.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A clip-on holder that keeps a straw in place inside a cup or glass, so you can take a drink without needing to hold the straw steady. Great for people who have trouble coordinating both hands or who use straws for safe swallowing.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed handle that makes carrying bags easier by spreading the weight across your hand instead of thin bag handles digging into your fingers. Useful for people with grip challenges who want to carry grocery or other bags more comfortably.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed base that holds a nail clipper steady so you can clip your nails with one hand or with less finger strength. Supports personal care independence for people who find standard nail clippers hard to squeeze or hold steady.
TechOWL (Temple University)
An adapted nail clipper with a large flip-style lever that requires much less finger strength to press. Makes nail clipping possible for people who lack the pinch strength or coordination to use a regular clipper, helping them manage personal grooming on their own.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A toothbrush that slips onto your finger, making brushing teeth simpler for people who have trouble holding a regular toothbrush handle. Especially helpful for caregivers assisting someone with dental care or for individuals building self-care skills.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed tool that holds an eye drop bottle and helps you squeeze out one drop at a time with less hand strength. Makes using eye drops easier and more accurate for people who have trouble with the fine motor control needed to squeeze small bottles.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A tool that helps squeeze toothpaste out of the tube without needing strong fingers. Slides along the tube to push toothpaste to the top, making this daily task easier for people with limited hand strength or coordination.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed tool that pushes pills out of blister packs without needing to peel back foil or use fingernails. Helpful for people who take daily medications but have trouble with the fine motor skills needed to open blister packaging.
TechOWL (Temple University)
An adapted bottle opener designed for people with limited grip strength or dexterity. The larger handle and leverage design makes opening bottles much easier than a standard opener, supporting kitchen independence.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A handle that attaches to a standard key, giving you a much bigger grip to turn locks. Makes opening doors easier for people who struggle with the fine pinch-and-twist motion needed to turn a small key, supporting independence at home and in the community.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A loop or hook tool that attaches to a zipper pull, making it easier to grab and pull zippers on jackets, bags, and pants. Helps people who find small zipper tabs hard to pinch, supporting independent dressing skills.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A tool that grips jar and bottle lids so you can twist them open with less hand strength. Provides the leverage and grip that makes opening containers in the kitchen possible for people who struggle with twisting motions.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A handle that attaches to electrical plugs, giving you a bigger grip to pull them out of outlets. Useful for people who lack the pinch strength to grab and pull a standard plug, making it safer and easier to unplug devices at home.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A tool that hooks under pull tabs on cans and lifts them open without needing fingernails or strong fingers. Makes opening soda cans, pet food cans, and other pull-tab containers easier for people with limited finger dexterity.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A template with a cutout window that shows you exactly where to sign your name on a document. Helps people who have difficulty writing in a straight line or finding the signature area on forms, supporting independence with paperwork and legal documents.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A 3D-printed stand that holds playing cards upright so you can see your hand without needing to grip all the cards at once. Makes card games more accessible for people with limited hand span or dexterity, supporting social participation and recreation.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A hands-free stand that holds a magnifying lens at the right distance for reading or doing close-up tasks. Helpful for people who need magnification but have trouble holding a magnifier steady, supporting independence with reading mail, labels, and other everyday text.
TechOWL (Temple University)
A tool that helps you press the seat belt release button without needing strong thumb pressure. Makes buckling and unbuckling a seat belt easier for people with limited hand strength, supporting independence when riding in cars or on buses.
MedCenter Systems
A 31-day pill organizer system with a talking alarm clock that announces when it is time to take medication. Each day has its own color-coded box with four compartments (morning, noon, evening, night). The friendly voice reminders and visual color coding make it easier for someone with an intellectual disability to manage a daily medication routine.
Desin LLC
A robotic dining assistant with a gentle arm that scoops food from four separate compartments and brings it to your mouth. For someone with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or other conditions that make self-feeding difficult, Obi provides independence at mealtime without needing someone else to help. It can be operated by touching a button or using an external switch.
NULU
An adaptive kitchen knife with a centered handle that lets you cut food by pushing straight down instead of sawing back and forth. This design reduces strain on hands and wrists and gives more control to someone with limited grip strength or coordination challenges common in many intellectual and developmental disabilities.
SiMPL Technology
A talking alarm clock that plays personalized voice reminders recorded by a family member or caregiver. Hearing a familiar voice say "Time to take your medicine" or "The bus comes in 30 minutes" can be more effective than a generic beep for someone with an intellectual disability. It supports up to 25 daily, weekly, or annual reminders.
SiMPL Technology
A one-touch music player designed for people with dementia, Alzheimer's, or cognitive challenges. Just press the button to start playing familiar songs from a USB drive. The retro wood housing has hidden controls so caregivers can lock settings and prevent accidental changes.
SiMPL Technology
A simplified phone with six photo buttons for one-touch dialing. Place a photo of each contact on the button, and the person just presses the picture to call. The large keypad, adjustable volume, and flashing light for incoming calls make it a great fit for people with memory loss or low vision.
SiMPL Technology
A simplified universal TV remote with just the essentials. One button turns the TV on and off, and five large buttons go directly to favorite channels. Programming controls are hidden behind a hatch that requires a screwdriver, so settings stay locked and the person can enjoy TV independently.
SiMPL Technology
A music player for people with dementia or Alzheimer's that starts playing as soon as you lift the lid. It comes preloaded with 40 classic songs, plus 4GB of storage for personal favorites. Recessed controls on the back prevent accidental changes, and the wooden housing is built to last.
GYENNO Technologies
Self-stabilizing eating utensil that uses motion sensors and active tremor-canceling technology to offset up to 85% of hand tremors. Comes with both spoon and fork attachments, so you only need one device for meals.
WatchMinder
Discreet vibrating wristwatch that sends silent reminders throughout the day for medications, tasks, or behavior prompts. Programmed via a smartphone app over Bluetooth, it works at school without needing WiFi. Invented by a child psychologist for people with ADHD, autism, and other needs.
KiddiKutter
Safe kitchen knife with rounded serrations that cut food but not skin. Originally designed for a child with dyspraxia, it works with a chopping or sawing motion and is ideal for anyone learning to cook or who needs a safer cutting option. BPA-free handle with food-safe coating.
EazyHold
Set of five flexible silicone grip straps that slip over your hand and hold utensils, pens, toothbrushes, or tools in place without needing to grip tightly. Made from food-grade, hypoallergenic silicone. Available in sizes from infant to adult.
FUNctionalHand
Adaptive grip cuff that securely holds objects of different shapes and sizes in both vertical and horizontal positions. Designed by an occupational therapist, it fits hands from toddler to adult and helps with eating, writing, brushing teeth, crafts, and more.
Assistive Adaptations LLC
Adaptive eating cuff with a built-in rare earth magnet that picks up and holds stainless steel utensils without any finger strength needed. Just hover your hand over the fork or spoon, and the magnet does the work. Comes in three sizes with included stainless steel fork and spoon.
ReachAble Technology
Modular magnetic cuff system that lets you snap on different tools for eating, grooming, and other daily tasks. The palm adapter magnetically connects to interchangeable utensils and accessories, so you can switch between a fork, spoon, cup holder, or other items without removing the cuff.
GRWM Tools
Set of three silicone grip aids in small, medium, and large sizes for holding cosmetics, writing tools, toothbrushes, and other everyday items. Made from 100% skin-safe, food-safe silicone with a non-slip design that improves control and reduces hand strain.
Parsons ADL
Food-grade cutting board with a hinged chef knife attached so you can chop with one hand using a simple up-and-down motion. The knife swings through a 90-degree arc and can be removed for cleaning. Four suction cups hold the board firmly in place.
Etac (HoverTech International)
Kitchen preparation board designed for people with weak hands or one-hand function. Adjustable grip jaws hold bowls, graters, or food in place while you work. A spiked plate keeps ingredients steady for slicing, and friction feet stop the board from sliding.
Steadiwear
Wearable glove that uses patented magnetic stabilization to reduce hand tremors during daily activities like eating, writing, and drinking. No batteries, charging, or setup needed. FDA-registered Class I medical device that fits either hand.
Zubits
Magnetic clips that replace shoe tying by snapping your shoes open and closed. Install them once on any lace-up shoes, and then just step in and press the magnets together. Available in three sizes for kids, casual wear, and active use.
Attento Board
An adaptive tray that holds plates, bowls, and assistive devices in place so people can eat, do activities, or use a tablet without things sliding around. It works well for anyone with limited arm or hand control, including people with cerebral palsy, Parkinson's, or autism. Therapists and families use it to build independence at mealtimes and during daily tasks.
Bazwng
A button and zipper dressing aid designed for people with no grip or who use one hand. It gives a larger, easier-to-grab handle for pulling zippers and manipulating buttons on jackets, pants, and bags. A simple tool that makes getting dressed more independent.
Laundry Turtle
A collapsible laundry basket that helps you move clothes from washer to dryer to drawers without losing socks or dropping items. It folds flat when not in use, so it takes up less space. Great for anyone who struggles with carrying heavy laundry or keeping track of small items during sorting.
The SpillNot
A no-spill drink carrier that lets you walk, climb stairs, or open doors while holding an open beverage without spilling a drop. It uses basic physics to keep your cup level no matter how you move. Especially helpful for people with mobility challenges or tremors who want to carry their own drinks independently.
TotChop
A rocker knife and curved cutting board set that lets you chop food into bite-sized pieces with one hand. The blunt-tipped knife rocks across the concave board to cut multiple bites in a single stroke. Originally designed for parents prepping baby food, it also works well for anyone with limited hand strength or one-handed use in the kitchen.
Toothbrush Pillow
A soft holder that cradles your toothbrush upright and catches toothpaste, so you can brush your teeth without needing to grip the brush tightly or hold it steady. Designed for people with tremors, arthritis, limited grip, or who use one hand. FSA and HSA eligible.
KitchInventions
A two-piece handle attachment that clips onto your pan and gives you a second grip point with wrist support. It keeps your wrist in a natural position while lifting heavy pots and pans, reducing strain and improving control. Fits most pan handles including cast iron, and works for both left and right-handed cooks.
StirMate
An automatic stirring device that clips to your pot and stirs food for you while it cooks. Lets you step away from the stove without worrying about burning or sticking. Helpful for anyone with limited standing tolerance, fatigue, or difficulty with repetitive arm movements in the kitchen.
Kitchen Mama
A handheld tool that opens bottles, cans, jars, and pull-tab lids all in one device. Designed to reduce the grip strength needed for common kitchen opening tasks. One tool replaces several single-purpose openers, keeping your kitchen drawer simple and accessible.