Whatever Works

P.O. Box 3339
Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824-0939
United States
Telephone: 800-499-6757.
Fax: 800-866-3235.
Web: http://www.whateverworks.com.

Products distributed by Whatever Works (listed alphabetically)

1. ELASTIC SHOELACES

   The Elastic Shoelaces are elastic shoe laces designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor or mobility disabilities who have difficulty reaching or tying laces. These laces can be put in shoes and tied once, enabling the shoes to be used as slip-ons. DIMENSIONS: Each lace is 25.5 inches long. COLOR: Black or white.

2. EZ NAIL CLIPPER

   The EZ Nail Clipper is a nail clipper designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. Made of chromed steel, the nail clipper is equipped with finger loops to aid in grasping. The clipper folds compactly like traditional clippers. DIMENSIONS: 3.125 inches long.

3. FLOOD BUZZ

   The Flood Buzz is a flood alarm designed for use with individuals with cognitive disabilities or Alzheimer's disease. This sensor can be placed on the floor near a toilet or bathtub, and it will sound a loud (95 decibels) alarm when it comes in contact with water on the floor created by an overflow or leak. This flood alarm can also be used to detect leaks near washing machines and hot water heaters. DIMENSIONS: Diameter is 1.5 inches. POWER: Includes a non-replaceable battery estimated to last 2 to 3 years. COLOR: White.

4. LED LIGHTED MAGNIFIER

   The LED Lighted Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit is comprised of a round optical glass lens with 4X magnification in an aluminum frame. Pressing down on the center of the unit turns three LED lights on and off. A lens cleaning cloth is included. POWER: Requires two CR2016 button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS: 3.5 inches in diameter; 2 inches high; lens diameter is 2.75 inches. WEIGHT: 7.6 ounces.

5. MASTER CRAFT 8-INCH RATCHETING PRUNING SHEARS

   The Master Craft 8-Inch Ratcheting Pruning Shears is a pruner designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities, limited hand strength, or arthritis. This heavy-duty bypass pruner has ratchet action that requires less hand strength to cut through branches. Constructed of high strength aluminum body with finger guard, it has Teflon-coated precision hardened cutting blades. Theses shears have a cushion grip contoured handle for comfort and a built-in safety lock. DIMENSIONS: Cuts through branches up to 0.5 inch in diameter.

6. MD ALERT MEDICAL HISTORY FLASH DRIVE BRACELET

   The MD Alert Medical History Flash Drive Bracelet is a medical information organizer designed for use by individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. The unit is a USB drive incorporated into a unisex bracelet. The user plugs the USB flash drive into a personal computer (PC) to type in and store medical information and history. Sections are included for living will, power of attorney, test and lab results, medications, allergies, contacts, and more. In an emergency, doctors and medical staff plug the drive into a computer to retrieve critical information. DIMENSIONS: The bracelet adjusts up to 9 inches long. COLOR: Gold- or silver-plated.

7. MOTION ACTIVATED DOOR KEY LIGHT

   The Motion Activated Door Key Light is a door lock light designed for use by individuals who have low vision. The unit has four bright LED bulbs that activate by motion to illuminate the keyhole, making is easier to find in the dark. Features include automatic shut off after six to eight minutes. The device mounts on the door with double-sided tape or screws (included). POWER: Uses 1 AA battery. DIMENSIONS (WxH): 3.125 x 1.5 inches.

8. MULTI-USE GARDEN CART

   The Multi-Use Garden Cart is a garden cart designed for use by individuals with lower extremity or balance disabilities or arthritis. This three-wheeled cart features a cushioned seat with backrest that swivels and adjusts up and down to the desired height. A rear storage area holds a standard 5-gallon bucket, and there are two side pockets and a pocket on the rear of the seat back for smaller items. Three large plastic wheels enable the user to move the unit while seated or by using pull handle. The two rear wheels are fixed and the front wheel swivels. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 38 x 17 x 28 inches. The wheels are 10 inches in diameter. CAPACITY: 250 pounds.

9. OPEN-SEZZ-ME

   The Open-Sezz-Me is a package opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. Designed for right- or left-handed use, this device is equipped with a blade to open rigid plastic packaging. A rotating, locking blade guard secures the blade when not in use. OPTIONS: Extra blades are available. DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 5 x 3 x 0.375 inches. WEIGHT: 1.3 ounces.

10. PRISM GLASSES

    The Prism Glasses are designed for use by individuals with mobility or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. These glasses have right angle prisms to provide a 90-degree downward angle to enable users to read, write, or watch television while lying down without lifting or moving their heads. These glasses are made of high-impact styrene.

11. ROBO SWEEPER

    The Robo Sweeper is an automatic floor duster designed for use by individuals with mobility or walking disabilities. To clean hardwood or tile floors, the user turns on this cordless duster, sets it on the floor, and the Robo Sweeper automatically moves back and forth to clean up dust, dirt, pet hair, and small debris. The unit has a high-impact plastic exterior with rubber bumpers. Three washable, reusable microfiber pads are included. POWER: Uses 4 AA batteries. DIMENSIONS: 10 inches in diameter. WARRANTY: One-year limited warranty.

12. STABILICERS

    Stabilicers are ice grippers designed for use by individuals with walking or balance disabilities. Made with Vibram soles, these oversoles fit securely over most shoes or boots. The tread pattern and 34 case-hardened, replaceable metal cleats provide dependable traction on ice and snow as the traction tread outsole and cleats simultaneously contact walking surface. The hand-stitched nylon straps and hook-and-loop closures adjust to fit. OPTIONS: Replacement cleats. SIZES:Extra extra small (fits women's sizes 406); extra small (fits men's sizes 5-6 and women's sizes 6.5-8); small (fits men's sizes 6-8 and women's sizes 7.5-9.5); medium (fits men's sizes 8-10.5 and women's sizes 9.5-11); large (fits men's sizes 10.5-12.5); extra large (fits men's sizes 12.5-14); and extra extra large (fits men's sizes 15-16).

13. STABILICERS LITE

    Stabilicers Lite are ice grippers designed for use by individuals with walking disabilities. Made of tough, dual-density TPE elastomer, these grippers fit securely over most shoes or boots. The aggressive tread pattern and multidirectional non-replaceable metal cleats provide dependable traction on ice and snow as the traction tread outsole and cleats simultaneously contact walking surface. SIZES: Extra small/Kids (fits men's sizes 1-3.5 and women's sizes 1-4.5); small (fits men's sizes 4-7 and women's sizes 5-8); medium (fits men's sizes 7.5-10 and women's sizes 8.5-12); large (fits men's sizes 10.5-13); and extra large (fits men's sizes 13.5-16). COLOR: Black, blue, pink, orange, red, or white.

14. STABILICERS OVERSHOES

    Stabilicers Overshoes are boots with integrated ice grippers designed for use by individuals with walking or balance disabilities. The Overshoes fit over most shoes or boots. The waterproof uppers have extra-large, gusseted openings so they are easy to put on and take off, and they close securely with a hook and loop strap and a quick-release buckle that snugly holds the OverShoes in place. The deep traction tread rubber outsole and 32 replacable case-hardened metal cleats provide gripping on ice, snow, and slick pavement. A cleat replacement tool is included. OPTIONS: Replacement cleats. SIZES: Extra small (fits women's sizes 5-6.5); small (fits men's sizes 5.5-7 and women's sizes 7-8.5); medium (fits men's sizes 7.5-9 and women's sizes 9-10.5); large (fits men's sizes 9.5-11 and women's sizes 11-12.5); extra large (fits men's sizes 11.5-13 and women's sizes 13-14.5); and extra extra large (fits men's sizes 13.5-15). COLOR: Black.

15. THREE-PIECE TELESCOPING TOOL SET

    The 3-piece Telescoping Tool Set is a set of long-handled garden tools designed for use by individuals with mobility or upper extremity disabilities and people who use wheelchairs. This set includes a trowel, a shrub rake, and a cultivator. The tools have strong, lightweight steel handles that telescope to fit the need. The tools have soft, nonslip grips and tool heads of heat-treated steel with a powder-coated, rust-resistant finish. Metal end rings allow hanging storage. DIMENSIONS: The handles extend from 25 to 37 inches. The tools are 40 inches long when fully extended.

16. TRACTION MATS

    Traction Mats are ice mats designed for use by individuals with mobility, balance, or walking disabilities. These non-woven fiber mats can be placed on top of fresh snow to create safe, sure-footed traction to help prevent falls. These mats are non-absorbent and quick drying. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 18 x 6 inches.

17. ZIP-IT OPENER

    The Zip-It Opener is a package opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This device opens hard plastic blister or clamshell packages using a powered roller blade. With the press of a button, this battery-operated opener easily cuts through most difficult packages leaving no sharp edges. When not in use, the Zip-It has plastic safety guard that fits over the blade. POWER: Uses 2 AA batteries (not included). WARRANTY: 60-day limited warranty.

18. ZIPPER PULLS

    The Zipper Pulls are zipper pulls designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. These pulls attach to zippers on a variety of items, including jackets, sweaters, boots and luggage. They are made of polypropylene with grooved nylon grip tabs. DIMENSIONS: 3.25 inches long; the tabs are (LxW) 0.75 x 0.5 inches. COLOR: Assorted.

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