If you're looking to buy gifts for the disabled person or people in your family or circle of friends, what you're actually faced with is an opportunity to enrich that person's life.
Seemingly trivial everyday activities which people perform without a second thought -- such as scratching their back or clipping clothes pins onto their clothes -- can be extremely uncomfortable for people with certain disabilities and illnesses. Thankfully, there are a number of very creatively and thoughtfully designed products out there that make it easier for disabled people to do different things.
For example, if you know someone who is wheelchair-bound but would like to enjoy outdoor physical activity, you could get them one of the many sport wheelchairs that are infiltrating the market these days.
Alternatively, you can get a gift that can help a person disabilities use gadgets, computers and tech appliances with ease.
66 Gifts For the Disabled
From Handicap-Made Chopsticks to Mountain Biking Wheelchairs:
Rahul Kalvapalle — Nov 17, 2014 — Lifestyle
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Airplane-Adjusted Wheelchairs
Skycare Chair is Optimized for Aircraft Maneuvering and Independence
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Child Mobility Harnesses
The 'Upsee' Helps Disabled Children Experience What It's Like to Walk
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Hip Folding Wheelchair for Kids
Mex'x Wheelchair
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Compact Accessible Cooktops
The Prometheus Stove Promotes Ease of Use and Culinary Independence
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Assistive Eating Tools
The Benefeat Set Facilitates the Independence of Cerebral Palsy Sufferers
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Electric Wheelchair Converters
WHILL Aims to Improve Mobility for the Disabled
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Super-Spartan Smartphones
The 'CEL' Phone Removes All Distractions with a Simple Design
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Wound-Detecting Pants
The 'Bruise Trousers' Use a Magenta Dye to Alert Disabled Athletes to Injury
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Mountain Biking Wheelchairs
The GRIT Freedom Chair is An All-Terrain Wheelchair
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High-Tech Prosthetics
Colin Matso's Design for Nike Enables the Disabled
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Hipster Hearing Aids
Deafinite Style Embraces the Grunge-Punk Lifestyle
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Learning Disability-Inspired Objects
These ‘Dyslexic Objects’ Demonstrate Dyslexia
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Two-Person Accessible Seating
The Tandem Electric Wheelchair Challenges the Social Stigma
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Remote Control via Eye Blinking
Kome Kami Switch
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Hi-Techtizing Disability Aids
Benjamin Carr Makes a Futuristic and Personalizable Walker
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Magnetized Easy-Use Adapters
Plugnetic Eliminates the Need to Push, Pull and Squat for Too Long
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Wheelchair Athletic Equipment
Fractal Machine is an Effective Exercise Aid for Wheelchair Users
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Prosthetic Phalanges
The Touch Bionic 'ProDigits' Offer Advanced Dexterity for the Disabled
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Skinniest Disability Scooter
Shoprider Flagship
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Custom-Tailored Chopsticks
Katsuyuki Miyabi's Chopsticks are Designed for Those with Disabilities
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Blind-Assisting Smartphone Cases
The Samsung Ultrasonic Phone Cover Assists the Blind in New Areas
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Adaptable Wheelchair Carriages
Cursum Stroller Makes It Easy for Parents to Be With Toddlers
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Reconfigurable Walking Canes
The Stick 1/2 Can Be Kept Retracted or Withdrawn to Make a Crutch
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Cheap Home Elevators
The Pneumatic Vacuum Elevator is a Cost-Effective Alternative
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Bark-Activated Washers
The ‘Woof to Wash’ Lets Dogs Do Your Laundry for You
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Paraplegic Scuba Suits
'Freedom for Disabled Divers' Lets the Paralyzed Explore Under the Sea
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Auto Balance Bicycles
The Jyrobike Teaches Children to Ride in One Day
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Impact-Indicating Trousers
Bruise Injury Detection Suit Forms Simulated Lesions for Paraplegics
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Double-Action Wheelchairs
The Urban Wheelchair by Ben Thorpe is for City-Dwellers
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Handicap Console Controllers
Newark & Element 14 Created a Controller for the Disabled
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Rock Climber Prosthetic Legs
Klippa by Kai Lin Allows Disabled to Indulge Their Outdoor Passions
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Multi-Sensory Learning Toys
Tabelit's Conceptual Education Tool
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Lever-Operated Wheelchairs
The Leveraged Freedom Chair is a Unique Take on Mobility
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Electrifying Wheelchair Mods
The NEWS Concept Wheelchair is Sure to Make Headlines
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Accessible Communication Devices
The 'Talk' Communication Device Helps the Disabled Communicate
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Impressive Football Prostheses
The Impetus Soccer Prosthesis Enables Amputees to Play More Sports
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Bluetooth Hearing Aids
The Halo Works with Apple Products to Improve the Listening Experience
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Paralytic Ski Vehicles
The Snowstorm Project by Fraunhofer Allows the Disabled to Ski Down Slopes
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Arthritis Clothes Pins
The Product Tank Clothes Pegs Alleviate Stress on Disabled Hands
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Segway Wheelchairs
The EAZ Disabled Mobility Device Converts from a Wheelchair to Walker
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Extreme Acessible Wheelers
The Defiance Wheelchair Will Have You Doing Wheelies on the Skate Park
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Spine-Aiding Suits
The ReWalk Exoskeleton is a Recently FDA-Approved Suit for the Disabled
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Computer Foot Controls
The Flip Flop Mouse Will Help the Disabled Navigate Their PCs
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Oral Writing Implements
The Plant Pen Set Enables Disabled Children to Write with Their Mouths
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Clear Communicating Devices
Beethoven Phone Brings Transparency to Conversations with Deaf People
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Agile Assistive Seating
Wheelchair by Mariana Bradichansky Enables Disabled Kids to Play Sports
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Toy Made Disability Chairs
Simon Burfield's 'The Lego Wheelchair' is Plastic
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Blind-Friendly Phones
The LG Loop by Andres Parada Caters to the Visually Impaired
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Disposable Urinal
Travel John For Peemergencies
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Sign Language Translators
MyVoice Will Help the Hearing-Impaired Communicate
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Compact Braille Translators
This Pocket-Sized Braille Reading Device Offers Endless Possibilities
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Portable Self-Contained Toilets
The Portable Toilet Macerates Waste and Saves Space
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Mouth-Operated Mice
The IntegraMouse Plus Affords the Hands-Free Use of a Computer
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Mouth-Controlled Styluses
Griffin MouthStick Stylus Allows Disabled People Make Use of Touchscreen
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One-Handed Bike Breaks
Duplex Lever Helps Cyclists Stop Effortlessly
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Subtitle-Showing Spectacles
The Regal and Sony Access Glasses Will Make Movies Better for Disabled
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Handle-Activated Doorstops
The Hand Door Stopper is Perfect for Disabled Individuals
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Wheelchair Learning Ramps
The Roller Bench by Tom Fejer Helps Out New Users in Wheelchairs
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Lawn Chair Wheelchairs
The Free Wheelchair Mission Provides Accessible Seating to Those in Need
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Freestanding Walking Sticks
The Tricane by Ryan Kirkpatrick Will Never Fall to the Ground
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Fall-Detecting Rugs
The SensFloor by Future Shape Calls for Assistance in Emergency Situations
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Disability-Friendly Smartphones
The Sesame Touch-Free Smartphone is For People With Disabilities
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Finger-Mounted Computer Mice
This Mouse Ring Allows for a New Way of Interacting with a Computer
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Kettles for the Impaired
The Rotary Kettle by Adrian Lim is Designed for Those With Disabilities
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Ergonomic Arched Scratching Devices
The EZ Back Scratcher Has a Flexible Design
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Two-in-One Kids Scooter Designs
This Children's Electric Scooter Concept is Adjustable
Bird-Inspired Mobility Crutches
The Conceptual 'Carbo' Crutch by Hesham El-sheikh is Advanced
Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances
Paul Parsons Creates Themed Kitchen Appliance Concepts
Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs
The 'Chair – A' Works as a Seating Solution and a Carrying Tool
Accessible Home Device Series
The Beyond Sight Line Caters to People with Visual Impairments
Smart Walking Canes
The CAN Go Smart Cane Enhances Senior Safety with Artificial Intelligence
Off-Road Frontline Medic Trailers
The 'Life Chariot' Supports Medics in the Field
Self-Stabilizing Mouse Designs
The 'ST[ILT]' Mouse by Monica Bhyrappa Supports Users with Tremors
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
Empowering Walking Sticks
18 Designers Conceptualized Walking Sticks for the Future Selves
Health-Conscious Mouse Designs
The 'Ergo' Ergonomic Mouse Concept by Pranav Kuber is Advanced
Urban Mobility Chairs
Honda Robotics is Testing a Powered Chair Paired with VR Headset Devices
Upright Wheelchair Designs
The CHRONUS Robotics 'Kim-e' Wheelchair Elevates the Rider to Eye Level
Rugged All-Terrain Rollerblades
The Q Hand-Makes an Impressive Pair of Rollerblade Skates
Mobility-Boosting Cane Accessories
The NextStride Helps People with Parkinson's Escape "Freezes"
Inclusively Designed Chess Sets
The 'Dot Chess' Board Game by Hyunjae Noh Modernizes a Classic
Intricate Reworked Jewelry
BLIND MAN TOGS Reworks Tiffany & Co. Pieces Into Jewelry and Silverware
Senior Pet-Friendly Walking Aids
The Steady Walking Aid is Meant to Assist Elderly Pets
Optimized Ergonomics Office Chairs
The Anthros Task Chair is Registered with the FDA
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Wearable Gesture-Based Mouses
The 'Clip Mouse' is Portable, Lightweight and Works on Any Surface
Homeless-Supporting Accessories
Toques From The Heart Offers Cold Weather Accessories
Sensory Stimulated Toy Cars
Hot Wheels' Flippin’ Fast Die-Cast Cars are Made with ASAN
Accessible Customization-Focused Bags
JanSport Launches a Backpack Range For the Mobility Impaired
Performance-Driven Ergonomic Office Chairs
Stan Deng's Newtral Magich Chair is Ultra-Adaptable
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Transformable Hybrid Wheelchairs
Garret Brown Designs the Zeen Chair with Versatile Elements
Accessibility-Focused Foot Mouses
The 'Foot Mouse' Concept by Califor Design is Inclusive
Braille-Covered Electric Guitars
The 'Vitar' Guitar Supports Those with Visual Impairments
On-Demand Disability Care Platforms
'Joshin' Offers On-Demand Care at the Press of a Button
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Natural Sound-Amplifying Chairs
The 'Amplification Of The Senses' Chair Helps Alleviate Stress
Sleek Senior Walker Concepts
The Conceptual Suzuki Go! Motorized Walker Has a Wrap-Around Frame
Circular Design Challenges
The 'Make It Circular Challenge' Tackles Climate Change
Comfortable Ergonomic Office Chairs
HON's Ignition Helps with Alleviating Back Pain
Inclusive Shopping Labels
Coca-Cola Debuts NaviLens QR Codes for Visually Impaired Consumers
Adhd-Friendly Meditation Chairs
The Pipersong Chair Offers a Flexible Design for Fidgety Sitters
AI Physical Therapy Apps
Scrolling Therapy Helps Parkinson's Patients Work Their Facial Muscles
Minimal Desk Accessories Concepts
The DESKRISK Series Organizes the Working Space
Professional-Targeted PC Peripherals
The New CHERRY Keyboard and Mouse Enable At-Home Productivity
Robotic Movement-Interpreting Wheelchairs
The Honda 'UNI-ONE' Supports Intuitive Movement
Handmade Wooden Home Accessories
Connected Goods Boasts an Exquisite Range of Home Essentials
Gratitude-Giving Sneakers
The LA Bike Life Crew Handed Out Pairs of the Air Jordan XI Retro
Accessibility-Enhancing Beauty Packaging
The Boticário Group Launches Inclusive Accessories
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Wearable PC Keyboard Controllers
The Grab Shell is a New Multifunctional Handheld Keyboard Design
Rotating Ergonomic Nail Clippers
The 'Rotating Clipper' Shifts for Easier Use
Disability-Aiding Robotic Toothbrushes
CORAPROX Designs the Samba with 12,900 Soft Bristles
Adaptive Wheelchair Cushions
The Kalogon Orbiter Reduces Pressure for Those in Wheelchairs
Pet-Carrying Walking Aids
Feng Chang's Walking Aid Innovation Embraces Companionship
Cup-Integrated Plates
Pairingware Solves the Struggle of Eating and Drinking with One Hand
VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs
Honda Presents the Extended Reality UNI-ONE Wheelchair
Safety Centric Armchair Designs
Sarah Hossli Designs the Lotte Armchair to Help the Elderly
Self-Guided Mobility Aids
Glidance Showcased the 'Glide' at CES 2024 as an Innovative Mobility Aid
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
AI-Powered Gift Recommendations
Giftwrap.ai's ChatGPT Plugin Uses AI to Share Personalized Ideas
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Minimalist Ergonomic Office Chairs
Sihoo's Product is Designed to Enhance Comfort and Support
Accessible Toothbrush Add-Ons
Landor & Fitch's Toothbrush Accessories Adapt to Individual Needs
Luxury Discrete Wheelchair Designs
The Resilience Wheel Chair is Ground-Breaking in Its Design
Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs
The 'Fluid' Wheelchair Hand Cycle Supports Quick Movement
Accessibility-Focused Kayaks
The Single-Seater Kayak by David Polasek Has a Balanced Shape
Elderly E-Commerce Education
JD's New Service Center Helps the Elderly Adapt to Online Shopping
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Stroke Recovery Wearable Systems
This System Uses a Earpiece & Watch to Help Prompt Mobility
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Dexterity-Aiding Toothbrush Add-Ons
Landor & Fitch Designs the Accessories Handles
Wireless Tongue-Operated Trackpads
Augmental Unveils its New Product Dubbed MouthPad^
Accessible Christmas Food Magazines
M&S and RNIB Created an Inclusive Magazine for the Holidays
Purpose-Driven Popcorn Snacks
Gourmet Popcorn is on a Mission to Create Jobs
Visually Impaired Puzzle Blocks
LEGO Presents Braille Bricks for an Inclusive Playing
Asia-Honoring Artisanal Handmade Designs
IKEA Presents its MÄVINN Collection Celebrates Asia
Customizable Holiday Treats
Sugarwish Offers Special Holiday Treats as Part of Its Gifting Service
Stylish Bar Accessories
These Creative Bar Accessories Will Transform your Drinking Experience
Inclusive Braille Toy Cars
Mattel Introduces a New Hot Wheels Braille Car
Accessible Campus Designs
Stride Treglown Worked with Deaf Academy Staff on an Accessible Design
Accessible Airline Seats
Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
Inclusive Productivity Apps
The 'Deepwrk' Body Doubling Platform is for Adults with ADHD
Wooden Kneeling Computer Chairs
The LightenUp Ergonomic Kneeling Chair Supports Those with ADHD
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
Braille Building Blocks
LEGO's Play with Braille Bricks Teach Kids with Visual Impairments to Read
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Charitable Shopping Assistants
Give Freely Harnesses the Power of Online Shopping for Good
Wearable Fidget Toy Bracelets
The Infinity Flip Mobius Fidget Band Toy is Relaxing
Spring Holiday Candy Gifts
These M&M's Spring Gifts Come in New and Returning Options
Curated Office Essentials Collections
Staples Canada Offers Office Essentials for Springtime
Cyclist-Targeted Skincare Gifts
Raleigh and Boots Partnered on New Exclusive Gift Sets
Outdoor-Friendly Enamel Homeware
HUMAN MADE Launches a New Lifestyle Collection of Homeware
Luxe Lounge Motorized Wheelchairs
The Resilience is a Wheelchair Designed with Waved Detailing
Customizable Winter Sport Poles
One Way Customizable Ski Poles are Durably Designed
Arthritis-Friendly Cooking Platforms
Recetas Nestlé Launches a New Platform with Inclusive Recipes
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Adaptive Reading Sunglasses
32N Sunglasses by Deep Optics Seamlessly Switch Betwee Modes
Facial Movement Game Controllers
Google's New GameFace Allows Users to Control with their Faces
AI-Powered Caregiver Apps
AiWatchfulCompanion Transforms the Caregiver Experience
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Smart Fidget Toys
TapTap is for Ages Five to 105 and It Offers Benefits for All
Giftable CBD Products
Thanks! Naturals is on a Mission to Spread Gratitude and Wellness
Hand-Tracking Devices
PalmPlug is a Precise Hand-Tracking Device
Adaptive Intimates Collections
Aerie x Liberare Shares Stylish, Feel-Good Adaptive Undergarments
Accessibility Appliance Accessories
The LG Universal UP Kit is Accessible and Sustainable
Accessible Bathroom Collections
MAC Faucets Aims to Enhance Inclusivity and Comfort
Inclusive Driving Campaigns
Localiza Will Help People with Down Syndrome Learn How to Drive
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
Affordable Gifting Marketplaces
Bifties Is the Gifting Destination for Any Special Occasion
Empowering Visual Content Campaigns
Getty Images and Hiki Launches #AutisticOutLoud
Accessible Payment Cards
Mastercard's Touch Cards Have Notches to Aid the Visually Impaired
Visually Impaired Chess Sets
Hyundae Noh Designs the New Inclusive Dot Chess Set
Style-Conscious Mobility Aids
Medline & Martha Stewart Teamed Up on Safety & Mobility Aids
Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
Capella Design Creates Furniture that Blend Style and Function
Inclusive Outdoor Trail Campaigns
CLIF BAR & Trans Canada Trail Worked on an Important Initiative
App-Controlled Skates
These Inline Roller Skates Offer a Unique Mobility Experience
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Social Good Ski Initiatives
Christy Sports Launched the Nordica Unleashed Outreach
AI-Driven Robot Gloves
A New AI-Powered Robotic Glove Helps Stroke Patients Play Piano Again
Inclusive Adaptive Basketball Uniforms
Adaptive Sports Northwest and adidas Join on a Capsule
Miniature Elastic Paper-Turning Aids
Plus Designs the Mecreicco Catch to Flip Papers Over
Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES
Accessible Bathroom Capsules
Victoria Plum Expands its Products to Support Accessibility Needs
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Charitable Hygiene Supply Initiatives
Purse Project Collects Personal Care Goods for Those in Need
Drink Gift Registries
The Drizly Gift Registry Shares the Gift of Great Drinking Experiences
Digital Wedding Registry Services
Etsy Announces its 'Create a Wedding Registry' Feature
Visually Inclusive Smartphone Features
Apple Adds the New Bold Assistive Access Feature
Inclusive Job Networks
Inployable is an Employment Community for People with Down Syndrome
Accessible Sportswear Campaigns
Decathlon Launches the 'Play It Smart' Campaign in Canada
Accesible Voter Education Videos
Disability Rights Michigan & Promote the Vote Debut Voter Videos
Enhanced Shopping Results
Google Updates its Search Engine to Better Aid Holiday Shopping
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Charitable E-Bike Initiatives
Lectric Bikes Partnered with Mr. Beast to Give Away 600 Bikes
Charitable Anniversary-Celebrating Initiatives
Earth Therapeutics Emphasizes Mental Health
Sibling Caregiver Campagins
CDSS Launches 'Care Instructions' Campaign
Mind-Controlled Wheelchair Developments
José Millán and His Team are Developing a New Wheelchair
Bereavement Gift Registries
BereaveMe Offers Practical, Meaningful Memorial & Condolence Gifts
Senior Care Assistants
Superior Staff It Inc. Debuts the New "Compassionate Care Aide" Service
Stunning Cause-Supporting Dishes
PrayerBowls Are a New Product that Support Global Change