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:
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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-Controlled Styluses
Griffin MouthStick Stylus Allows Disabled People Make Use of Touchscreen
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Mouth-Operated Mice
The IntegraMouse Plus Affords the Hands-Free Use of a Computer
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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
Empowering Walking Sticks
18 Designers Conceptualized Walking Sticks for the Future Selves
Modified Wheelchair Designs
Leaning Wheelchair Design Reduces Effort and Enhances Mobility
Smart Walking Canes
The CAN Go Smart Cane Enhances Senior Safety with Artificial Intelligence
Accessibility-Focused Self-Driving Technology
Rick Hansen Foundation Partners with A&K Robotics
Self-Installing Exoskeletons
KAIST Develops Self-Installing Exoskeleton for Wheelchair Users
Friendly Robotic Wheelchair Caregivers
The 'Companion' Wheelchair Robot Concept is Supportive
Autism-Supporting Athletics Brands
Nike Partnered with the NBA for an Autism Awareness Campaign
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
Accessibility-Focused Product Enhancements
LG's ComfortKit 1.0 Introduces a Thoughtful Solution
Inclusion-Focused Doll Collections
Barbie's New Doll and Capsule Celebrates the Visually Impaired
Hands-Free Car Innovations
Ford Partnered with the British Deaf Association to Launch an Ad
Intelligent Accessible Light Designs
The Conceptual 'Lamptok' Light Supports the Hearing Impaired
Health-Conscious Mouse Designs
The 'Ergo' Ergonomic Mouse Concept by Pranav Kuber is Advanced
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
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
Accessibility-Focused Stickers
GE's 'Access Kit' Makes Household Appliances More Accessible
Inclusively Designed Chess Sets
The 'Dot Chess' Board Game by Hyunjae Noh Modernizes a Classic
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
Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays
The 'zIng' Hand-Worn Smart Display by Anuj Pate is Intuitive
Accessibility-Focused Nature Trail Apps
Able Active Helps Users Find Accessible Trails & Amenities
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
Adhd-Friendly Meditation Chairs
The Pipersong Chair Offers a Flexible Design for Fidgety Sitters
Sensory Stimulated Toy Cars
Hot Wheels' Flippin’ Fast Die-Cast Cars are Made with ASAN
Performance-Driven Ergonomic Office Chairs
Stan Deng's Newtral Magich Chair is Ultra-Adaptable
Best-Selling Adaptive Apparel
Anthropologie Launches a New Adaptive Apparel Capsule
Elevated Senior Essentials
Remsen Redefine Aging with Beautifully Designed Everyday Goods
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Sleek Senior Walker Concepts
The Conceptual Suzuki Go! Motorized Walker Has a Wrap-Around Frame
Comfortable Ergonomic Office Chairs
HON's Ignition Helps with Alleviating Back Pain
Minimal Desk Accessories Concepts
The DESKRISK Series Organizes the Working Space
Two-Person Seesaw Benches
Movember's A Problem Halved Bench Inspires Mental Health Conversations
Accessibility-Enhancing Beauty Packaging
The Boticário Group Launches Inclusive Accessories
Gratitude-Giving Sneakers
The LA Bike Life Crew Handed Out Pairs of the Air Jordan XI Retro
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Disability-Aiding Robotic Toothbrushes
CORAPROX Designs the Samba with 12,900 Soft Bristles
Inclusive Adaptive Basketball Uniforms
Adaptive Sports Northwest and adidas Join on a Capsule
Wheelchair-Mindful Airline Services
United Airlines Enhances Travel Experiences with Its Service
Accessibility-Focused Sport Bags
Nike’s EasyOn Backpack Offers Dexterity for All Athletes
Engaging Braille Education Devices
The Braille Learning Device is Based on the Six-Dot Arrangement
Chopstick-Crafted Homeware
RENEW by TRINITY Makes Artisan Designs from Reclaimed Bamboo Chopsticks
Accessibility-Focused Homewares
The Michael Graves Design x Pottery Barn Collection is Chic
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
Personalized Health Gadgets
Bevel Launched a New Product That Leverages Data from Wearable Devices
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
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
Adventurous Outdoor Tool Concepts
Kazuya Washio Designs the Yamaha Outdoor Tools Concept
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
Accessibility-Focused Kayaks
The Single-Seater Kayak by David Polasek Has a Balanced Shape
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Inclusive Braille Toy Cars
Mattel Introduces a New Hot Wheels Braille Car
Braille Advent Calendars
Purdys Chocolatier Launched an Accessible Advent Calendar
Dexterity-Aiding Toothbrush Add-Ons
Landor & Fitch Designs the Accessories Handles
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Robotic Hand Assistance Solutions
The Bioservo 'Carbonhand' Provides Additional Grip Power
Industrial Folding Mouse Designs
The Conceptual Emergency Foldable Mouse is Angular
Accessible Christmas Food Magazines
M&S and RNIB Created an Inclusive Magazine for the Holidays
Multifunctional Personal Mobility Devices
The Modi Fuses a Skateboard, Scooter, and Hoverboard
Shapeshifting Ergonomic Keyboards
The Goldtouch Elite Adjustable Ergonomic Keyboard is Comfortable
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
Customizable Holiday Treats
Sugarwish Offers Special Holiday Treats as Part of Its Gifting Service
Curated Office Essentials Collections
Staples Canada Offers Office Essentials for Springtime
Feline-Friendly Music Accessories
Yamaha Design Lab Creates a Special Cat Music Box
Spring Holiday Candy Gifts
These M&M's Spring Gifts Come in New and Returning Options
Inclusive Productivity Apps
The 'Deepwrk' Body Doubling Platform is for Adults 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
Wooden Kneeling Computer Chairs
The LightenUp Ergonomic Kneeling Chair Supports Those with ADHD
Charitable Shopping Assistants
Give Freely Harnesses the Power of Online Shopping for Good
Enhanced Outdoor Accessibility Initiatives
Hunt Hill Farm is Enhancing Outdoor Accessibility
Massage Chair Employee Perks
Massage Chairs for Business Has Unveiled a New Website
Cyclist-Targeted Skincare Gifts
Raleigh and Boots Partnered on New Exclusive Gift Sets
Customizable Winter Sport Poles
One Way Customizable Ski Poles are Durably Designed
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Inclusive Premium Haircare
Sisterwould Bottles Include Braille and Tactile Product Differentiators
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Mobility Assistive Wearable Devices
WIRobotics Unveils the WIM Mobility Assist Wearable
Adaptive Reading Sunglasses
32N Sunglasses by Deep Optics Seamlessly Switch Betwee Modes
Giftable Meal Boxes
Daily Harvest's Give Deliciously Collection Shares Nourishment
AI-Powered Caregiver Apps
AiWatchfulCompanion Transforms the Caregiver Experience
Inclusive Live Event Solutions
Nimbus Disability's Access Card and NOS Enhance Concert-Going
Personalized Keepsake Storybooks
My Life in a Book Captures and Preserves Personal Stories
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Travel Accessibility Toolkits
Global Business Travel Association Foundation Debuts a New Toolkit
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Hand-Tracking Devices
PalmPlug is a Precise Hand-Tracking Device
Massage-Focused Office Chairs
Chill Chair Has Introduced an Innovative Office Chair
Accessibility Appliance Accessories
The LG Universal UP Kit is Accessible and Sustainable
Accessible Bathroom Collections
MAC Faucets Aims to Enhance Inclusivity and Comfort
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
Inclusive Driving Campaigns
Localiza Will Help People with Down Syndrome Learn How to Drive
Empowering Visual Content Campaigns
Getty Images and Hiki Launches #AutisticOutLoud
Interactive Choice Wheels
Pick The Wheel Gamifies Decision Making While Making it Engaging
Inclusive Modular Controllers
Aiden Schutte Designs the Inclusive Free Play Controller Concept
Meaningful Jewelry Gifts
Bluboho X Fashionista Introduce a Timeless Gift for Your Future Self
Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
Capella Design Creates Furniture that Blend Style and Function
Upgraded Adaptive Sports Components
Bridgestone Supports Athletes at the 2024 Paralympic Games
AI-Driven Robot Gloves
A New AI-Powered Robotic Glove Helps Stroke Patients Play Piano Again
Braille Dining Menus
Radisson Hotel Group Has Launched Braille Menus to Increase Accessibility
Accessibility-Promoting Voter Tools
The McGonagle Reader Assists Consumers with Visual Impairments
Inclusive Shopping Carts
Walmart is Introducing Caroline’s Carts for Caregivers of Adults & Kids
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Adaptable Outdoor Adventures
The Adaptive Sports Center Serves Individuals with Disabilities
Awareness-Raising Salad Bowls
The Smile Farms Bowl Honors Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Drink Gift Registries
The Drizly Gift Registry Shares the Gift of Great Drinking Experiences
Inclusive Rice Snack Packaging
Rice Krispies Unveils its Braille Packaging and Writable Wrapper
Ergonomic Modular Mousepads
The 'IsoArm' Enhances Comfort and Reduces Wrist Strain
Paralympic Fundraising Initiatives
CPC & PFC Debut IGNITE the Light Virtual Seats Initiative
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Inclusivity-Focused Consulting Firms
HandiAcc Works on the Local Level to Improve Accessibility
Adaptive Wheelchair-Compatible Apparel
JC Penney Announces the Jamey Perry for JCPenney Line
Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel Commits to Creating Inclusive Play and Game Options
Digitized Gift Lists
Wishr Features a Straightforward Interface for Seamless Gift Management
Corporate Gift Basket Ranges
Canada's Gift Baskets Debuts a New Range of Corporate Gift Baskets
Accesible Voter Education Videos
Disability Rights Michigan & Promote the Vote Debut Voter Videos
Personalized AI Gift Recommender
Gift Recommender Simplifies Gift-Giving by Analyzing Details
Charitable E-Bike Initiatives
Lectric Bikes Partnered with Mr. Beast to Give Away 600 Bikes
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Charitable Anniversary-Celebrating Initiatives
Earth Therapeutics Emphasizes Mental Health
Sibling Caregiver Campagins
CDSS Launches 'Care Instructions' Campaign
Accessible Recreational Activity Maps
The DEC Launched an Interactive Map to Enhance Accessibility
Empowering Nonprofit Organizations
NTI is Committed to Supporting the Disability Community
Bereavement Gift Registries
BereaveMe Offers Practical, Meaningful Memorial & Condolence Gifts
Flexible Food Delivery Services
DoorDash Supports Parents & Individuals with Disabilities
Stunning Cause-Supporting Dishes
PrayerBowls Are a New Product that Support Global Change