Adaptations Around the House
- Indoor and Outdoor round door knobs can be converted to lever style knobs which can be bumped and opened with the affected hand
- If needed, install grab bars near the toilet and in tubs and shower areas
- Lever style handles on sink and tub fixtures may be helpful
- Good ground lighting outside can help prevent falls
- Night lights can help prevent falls inside
- Install hand rails on the stairway so child can use unaffected hand when climbing stairs
Laundry
- Hanging clothing is easier than folding for some individuals with hemiplegia
- Folding devices like the FlipFold may make folding easier
Cleaning
- A light weight vacuum cleaner may be easier to use than a broom
- Use mops which have a handle to wring out water
- Scrub brushes are easier to use than sponges
