Everyday tasks can be challenging for people living with disability or ageing-related conditions. That’s where daily living aids come in — small yet essential assistive tools that help individuals live with more ease, safety, and independence. For NDIS participants in Adelaide, many of these aids are eligible for funding and can be trialled and delivered locally.
What Are Daily Living Aids and Who Can Benefit?
Daily living aids are tools that support routine self-care tasks such as dressing, bathing, reaching, or eating. They’re especially useful for:
- Seniors looking to maintain their independence at home
- NDIS participants with mobility, strength, or dexterity limitations
- Carers seeking to reduce physical strain and increase safety
These aids can range from simple dressing sticks and reachers to more supportive items like wireless caregiver pagers that alert family or support workers in case of need.
Explore our full Daily Living Aids Collection for options tailored to your daily challenges.
NDIS-Approved Support Products Available in South Australia
Many daily living aids are considered low-cost assistive technology under the NDIS. If the item is under $1,500 and does not require a formal assessment, it may be claimed directly through your Core or Capital Supports budget (depending on plan type).
Common NDIS-approved daily living aids include:
- Dressing aids (sock aids, button hooks, dressing sticks)
- Reaching tools (grabbers, magnetic reachers)
- Kitchen aids (adaptive cutlery, jar openers, one-handed boards)
- Bathing and hygiene tools (sponges, long-handled brushes, shower mats)
- Mobility supports like walkers and lifting cushions
These products are practical, cost-effective, and help users retain control over personal care, hygiene, meal prep, and other essential activities.
Where to Try, Buy, or Get Recommendations Locally
Adelaide-based NDIS participants can access daily living aids through trusted providers offering:
- Product trials at home or in-store
- NDIS-compliant quotes
- Fast local delivery
- OT consultations for guidance
At Adelaide Healthcare Equipment, we provide product demos and bookable home trials, helping participants and carers choose tools that truly match their needs.
Tips from OTs and Care Coordinators
Occupational therapists (OTs) play a key role in recommending the right daily living aids. Their assessments take into account:
- Functional capacity
- Household setup
- Risks like falls, fatigue, or carer strain
- Long-term goals for independence
Tip: Keep a list of tasks that feel difficult throughout the day and share it with your OT or NDIS support team. This can help identify useful assistive devices that may be covered by your plan.
If you’re not sure where to start, our team is happy to work alongside your OT to find the most appropriate tools for your home.
Key Takeaways
- NDIS funds many low-cost daily living aids that improve independence
- Local Adelaide providers make it easy to trial, quote, and purchase
- Occupational therapists can help guide product selection for specific support needs
