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Easy-Open Jar & Bottle Opener Set | NDIS Weak Grip Aid
Easy-Open Jar & Bottle Opener Set | NDIS Weak Grip Aid
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Building Capacity & Independence
- Mechanical Leverage Aid: Uses physics rather than muscle strength to open jars, allowing users with weak grip to break vacuum seals effortlessly.
- Joint Protection Design: Eliminates the twisting torque on wrists and fingers, significantly reducing pain for participants with Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis.
- Universal Fit Straps: The adjustable rubber belts can be tightened around any shape or size of lid, from small medication bottles to large bulk food jars.
- Non-Slip Grip: The high-friction rubber material bites into the lid, ensuring the tool does not slip even on smooth plastic or metal caps.
- Versatile 2-Piece Kit: Includes both a large and small wrench to cover every opening task in the kitchen, promoting total independence in meal preparation.
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Overcome the frustration of tight lids and maintain your independence in the kitchen with the Easy-Open Jar & Bottle Opener Set. Classified as low cost assistive technology, this 2-piece mechanical aid is specifically designed to support NDIS participants living with Arthritis, weak grip strength, or upper limb fatigue.
Opening jars and bottles often requires a combination of strong grip force and twisting torque, which can be painful or impossible for many users. This set utilizes a high-friction rubber strap system to grip the lid securely, while the ergonomic handle provides substantial leverage. This mechanical advantage means you can break the vacuum seal on a jar of pickles or open a small medication bottle using the strength of your arm rather than stressing painful finger joints. With two sizes included, it offers a versatile solution for almost any container in the home.
How This Device Supports NDIS Participants
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Joint Protection: Replaces the need for a tight "pinch grip" and wrist twisting with a gross motor lever action, protecting arthritic joints from strain and inflammation.
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Promoting Independence: Removes the physical barrier to accessing food and hydration, allowing participants to prepare meals without waiting for a carer or family member to assist.
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Enhancing Safety: Eliminates the need for dangerous workarounds—such as using knives to pop lids, banging jars, or running hot water—reducing the risk of kitchen injuries.
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Versatile Accessibility: The adjustable strap design accommodates everything from tiny bottle caps to large preserve jars, ensuring broad utility across daily living tasks.
Key Features & Benefits
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High-Leverage Handle: The extended handle acts as a lever, multiplying the force applied by the user so that tight seals can be broken with minimal physical effort.
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Adjustable Rubber Strap: The durable rubber loop can be tightened to fit any lid size, providing a customized, non-slip grip that won't damage the container.
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2-Piece Set: Includes a Large opener (Yellow) for jars and plumbing fixtures, and a Small opener (Black) for bottles and medication containers, covering all needs.
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Lightweight Design: Weighing only 181g combined, these tools are easy to lift and position for users with reduced upper limb strength.
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Durable Construction: Made from reinforced plastic and heavy-duty rubber, designed to withstand the torque required for stubborn lids without snapping.
Meticulous Specifications
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Product Type: Strap Wrench / Jar Opener
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Material: Reinforced Plastic Handle, Rubber Strap
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Set Content: 2 Openers (Large & Small)
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Item Weight: Approx. 181 g
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Colour: Yellow (Large) and Black (Small)
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Mechanism: Adjustable Strap Grip
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Application: Jars, Bottles, Pipes, Taps
Package Includes
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1 x Large Adjustable Strap Opener (Yellow)
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1 x Small Adjustable Strap Opener (Black)
Funding & Eligibility
This product is designed to support daily living goals and is generally compliant with Core - Consumables funding.
- Support Item Name: Low Cost AT - Personal Care And Safety
- Support Item Number:
03_090000911_0103_1_1 - Budget Category: Core - Consumables
How to Order:
- Plan Managed: Add to cart and select "NDIS Checkout". This generates a formal tax invoice for your Plan Manager to pay via email.
- Self Managed: Purchase online for an instant tax invoice, or use "NDIS Checkout" if you prefer an invoice to upload to the MyPlace portal before paying.
- NDIA (Agency) Managed: Use the "NDIS Checkout" to generate a quote. We will then arrange a service booking (endorsement might be required).
*Participant's funding eligibility is subject to their individual NDIS plan goals.