The cold weather is approaching, all the stores are decorated with twinkling lights and Mariah Carey is finally defrosting, and “All I Want for Christmas” is starting to play everywhere! The holiday season is back!
The Holidays are the perfect moment to relive all our treasured family traditions: wearing ugly Christmas sweaters, drinking lots of hot chocolate, and the favorite of everyone, Holiday Shopping!!
We are more than ready to kick the holiday season with a bang. Every year, we play the role of Santa’s little helper, and help you get the best gifts for everyone on your list (including yourself).
This is the perfect gift for toddlers to learn about diversity! As kids explore the different areas of this school, they'll discover fun activities and storytelling opportunities: from the classroom that flips from crafts time to snack time, to an art room and a garden to tend. And when it's time for recess, kids can place the figures on the wheelchair-accessible swing so everyone can enjoy a ride!
Little People Play celebrates diversity and friendship with this playset that is perfect for toddlers to strengthen their motor skills and develop their imagination.
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Extend the magic of the Paralympics of this year with this LEGO figurine!
You can feel as bold as our Brand Ambassador Joey Desjardins who competed in this year’s World Championships in Zurich and inspire yourself to become a Paralympian one day.
This LEGO figurine showcases cambered wheels in his wheelchair, gloves and a helmet for extra security and a gold medal. What more could you ask for?
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We LOVE that Mattel keeps making new Barbie dolls who are wheelchair users! But those dolls need their own Barbie Dreamhouse, right?
Well, don’t worry, because Mattel has exactly what our Barbie dolls need: A Barbie Dreamhouse with an Accessible Elevator.
Of course, this playset also comes with more than 60 additional accessories, five pieces of transforming furniture, along with lights and buttons with interactive sounds that will inspire many hours of fun play!
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Having a smart home can be a luxury for many, but for people with disabilities, it can help them accomplish much more in their day. Simple tasks can be performed using their smartphone or voice-activated home devices, which could help them become more independent.
With today's technological advances, the possibilities are endless. Smart home devices range from coffee machines to ovens, washing machines, thermostats, doorbells, and even door knobs. Before committing to any changes, carefully review which devices best fit your needs and ensure your internet can support them.
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Tracking your health can bring important insights, like how your body reacts to physical exertion and heart health.
For wheelchair users to track their health, their smartwatches need a wheelchair mode, which, unfortunately, not all brands offer. However, there are some great options out there!
According to our research, the consensus is that the wheelchair mode on compatible Garmin devices is the best option for wheelchair users who want to track their health.
When wheelchair mode is enabled, your Garmin device tracks your movements as pushes rather than steps, and you can access wheelchair-based activities and challenges. Your fitness level is also estimated based on a combination of information you enter when you set up your device, including your age, sex, height, weight, and exercise habits.
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Jewelry can be tricky to put, especially for people with limited dexterity in their hands and fingers. But this does not mean you must say “goodbye” to wearing sparkly things!
Magnetic lobster clasps are a simple, practical, and inexpensive solution. This simple yet clever invention can transform almost any bracelet or necklace into an adaptive, easy-to-use jewelry item.
We found this one on Amazon, but there are many different materials and colors that can match any jewelry piece you want to adapt.
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Want to go anywhere and bring everything you need? The one and only Newton Backpack from Motion Composites.
This backpack was designed specifically for wheelchairs. The Newton backpack offers easy compartment access and is practical, well-adapted, strong, and durable. All the features you want for everyday use, plus it’s weather-resistant!
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Make sure to contact your closest wheelchair provider, if you don’t know who it is, check here.
You might have seen this product on your social media this year. It’s THE product that all wheelchair communities had on their minds all summer!
LapStacker is the world's first and only retractable carry system for your wheelchair. LapStacker is a versatile, lightweight, easy-to-use, easy-to-install wheelchair attachment that allows you to carry anything, anywhere. It comes in two different models: LapStacker Flex, for manual rigid and folding wheelchairs, and LapStacker XD, suitable for power wheelchairs with a T-Track seating system.
LapStacker Flex is simple to install and features finger loops for those with reduced hand function, an ingenious magnetic buckle system, and is built with high-quality materials. The straps sit neatly by your side, ready when needed.
Our amazing brand ambassador, Cheryl Agelelli, tried it on her APEX C, and she loved it. Check her full review here.
While LapStacker is designed to fit as many wheelchairs as possible, due to the custom nature of wheelchairs and the large number of models, LapStacker recommends you check the quick fitting guide they have on their website first to ensure LapStacker will fit your chair. If in doubt, you can contact them before purchase.
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Brothers Ash and Aiden Kim, who hail from a family of beauty innovators, founded ethically sourced Meloway makeup to make beauty accessible, easy, and fun for all.
Their makeup brand is inspired by K-beauty, bringing all the benefits of great ingredients while continuing to push the boundaries of inclusive beauty. For Meloway Makeup, inclusive beauty means making beauty accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. This is why their color offerings are carefully developed to complement different skin tones and even eye colors and why their products are designed to be easier to use, especially for those with upper extremity disabilities and injuries.
They have amazing bold-colored lipsticks that you can apply with one hand, eyeliners that allow you to correct your mistakes, eyelash primer, mascara brushes that fold for easier application, and so much more!
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Uggs are the classic fall staple, no question. So, it makes sense that they developed an adaptive collection so that everyone can enjoy the coziness they are known for.
As part of its ongoing commitment to extending the UGG experience universally, UGG, together with Zappos Adaptive, has created this inclusive capsule that updates timeless silhouettes with specialized modifications to make them easy to put on.
This collection makes fashion functional and available to all, clearly committing to inclusivity and equality. During its development, both brands hosted focus groups, including diverse groups of people with disabilities, to ensure the products addressed a variety of needs. The designs include oversized double zippers and a rear pull tab, and they continue to be made of rich suede lined with their cozy UGGplus wool blend.
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What better way to add some PIZZAZZZ to your wheelchair than with a splash of color? The Newton Airgrip Handrims are the perfect accessory that combines fashion with function!
The Newton Airgrip Handrims only weigh 1 lb (440 g), are crack and peel-resistant, and come in 19 eye-popping colors!
But that’s not all! We use a unique painting process that makes them super grippy, perfect for wheelchair users with dexterity issues. They also perform very well when wet.
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Make sure to contact your closest wheelchair provider, if you don’t know who it is, check here.
These are just a few ideas, but we hope we have helped ignite a spark of genius and that you find the perfect gift for each of your loved ones!
If you did not get the chance to check last year’s suggestions, make sure to read our past years Holiday Gift Guides for the Disabled Community for extra possibilities:
2022 Holiday Gift Guide for the Disabled Community
2023 Holiday Gift Guide for the Disabled Community
Remember that the most important part of the holidays is to enjoy this special time with our family and friends! On behalf of the Motion Composites family, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful
Holiday season!
*Disclosure: The links above are not affiliated links. Motion Composites does not participate in any affiliate programs.
