AccessLife

Tool Guide

Explore assistive devices and apps by disability and need. Use the filters to find tools that can support daily life, learning, communication and independence.

Developed by the AccessLife Team and the UNESCWA Disability Rights Team. We extend our gratitude to our core partner AGFUND.

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Tools

9 tools found

  • Mobility Disability

    Weighted utensils

    Utensils with extra weight to improve stability and reduce tremor while eating. Often used for Parkinson’s disease or essential tremor.

    • Hardware
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Anti-tremor gloves / braces

    Wearable supports that reduce tremor impact by stabilizing the wrist/hand or applying compression. Used for essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, or motor instability.

    • Hardware
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Stabilized writing devices

    Tools designed to reduce shaky hand movement during writing (e.g., weighted pen systems, stabilization supports). Improve handwriting clarity for users with tremor.

    • Hardware
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Non-slip mats

    Grip mats placed under plates, cups, or objects to prevent slipping during eating or daily tasks. Supports safer, more independent use.

    • Hardware
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Lidded cups and spill-proof containers

    Cups and containers designed to prevent spills, often with lids, spouts, or controlled-flow designs. Helpful for tremor, weak grip, or swallowing difficulties.

    • Hardware
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Tremor-filtering accessibility settings

    Built-in or app-based settings that stabilize pointer or touch input by smoothing shaky movement, making devices easier to use for people with tremor.

    • Software
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Keyboard filtering software

    Software that reduces accidental repeated or unintended keystrokes (e.g., from tremor). It can adjust sensitivity and ignore rapid key presses.

    • Software
    • Tremors

  • Mobility Disability

    Smart home automation apps

    Apps that control smart home devices (lights, thermostat, doors, security) through phone controls or voice assistants. Improves independence and safety for people with mobility or cognitive…

    • Software
    • Tremors