Aloha Ability Bulletin

Aloha Ability Tech Update

May 28, 2024

We are expanding our Lending Library. Check out something new today!

ATRC is working on expanding our AT Device Lending Library. We have devices in the areas of Daily Living, Speech Communication, Environmental Adaptations, Vision, Hearing, Learning, Cognition and Development, Computers and Related, Mobility, Seating and Positioning, Vehicle Modifications, and Recreational, Sports, and Leisure.

We are sending out a series of newsletters highlighting some of the new tech that we have acquired. Stay tuned for some incredible ideas for improving lives through assistive technology!

Please call or email us to start the process!

info@atrc.org

808-753-7110

Today's Daily Living Highlight

ATRC has recently expanded the inventory of devices for Daily Living in our Loan Library. Today we are going to focus on a variety of devices to assist you in opening jars and containers.

jar opener on top of glass jar of olives

Automatic Jar Opener

This jar opener is battery operated and has one button for the user to push. The arms grip the jar and the lid and the inner mechanism turns, opening even the toughest factory sealed jars. Wonderful for anyone that needs help opening jars for any reason! Click on the link to see the opener in action! Jar Opener Video

Person opening a peanut butter jar using cabinet mounted jar opener

Mountable or Hand Held Jar Opener

This jar opener can be used in hand or mounted on a cabinet. It has gripping edges to hold the lid and you either rotate the handle, or you rotate the jar, depending on whether you are using it in hand or mounted to the cabinet.

Jar stabilizer with three openings of different sizes largest opening has peanut butter jar with gripping disc on top of the lid

Stabilizing Jar Opener

This jar opener has multiple openings of different sizes to assist the user in opening a variety of items from one to four inches in diameter. Can be used one handed, as the holder grips the jar and allows the user to operate the lid with one hand.

Save the Date - ATRC Open House

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

2:00-5:00 pm

Upcoming Events

ATRC will be attending the Sensational Summer Sensory Event sponsored by the Exceptional Family Member Program on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam on June 8, 2024.

ATRC will be attending the Maui County Office on Aging Abilities Fair at Queen Ka'ahumanu Center on June 22, 2024.