How does the FabLab support accessibility?
We have access to many designs for assistive devices that can be 3d printed for you, for free, at the FabLab.
When you book a FabLab appointment our facilitators will discuss your needs and help find assistive device designs that will help make your life easier. Then we will 3D print your assistive devices, free of charge.
Here is a sample list of the assistive devices we can make in the FabLab. This is just a sample, there are many more assistive devices available:
- Writing grip assists
- Zipper gripper assists
- Utensil grip and stabilizers
- Light switch enlargener
- Various switch and button assists
- Easy grip key press assists and touch screen pressers
- Pill pack openers
- Nail clipper assist – 1 handed no-grip required
- Key turner grip
- One handed book grip
- Kitchen knife guide/steadier
- Ipad/phone/laptop stands
- Braille Stencil set
- Brail computer keyboard key cap overlay
- Wheelchair cupholders and other accessories
- Writing support stencils and guides
- Jar, bottle & can openers – grip assist
- One handed video game controller adaptor
- Playing card holders
- Drink cup & can stabilizers
- Seatbelt release presser
- Arthritis support grips for many household items
- Some 3d printed prosthetics
- Camera mounts for computers & phones
What Are Assistive Devices?
An assistive device is any tool, device, equipment or technology designed to help a person with a disability to independently function and perform daily tasks.
These devices allow people to take full part in their communities and get the most out of their daily lives.
Assistive devices can help people with disabilities with activities like:
- Living independently
- Travel
- Work
- Go to school
- Take part in social or recreational activities
- Communicate with others
- Cook, clean, and perform other daily tasks
- Bathe and brush teeth
- Go to the bathroom
- Read or learn
- Take part in sports
- Remember important information and deadlines
- Eat and drink
If you would like to get any items like these made for you, book a FabLab appointment and we will help:
