Anybody have any ideas what the best kettle to buy when you have weakness in your hands. I already have a one cup boiler that i use for my personal use,but i am looking at getting one that i can hold easily without a struggle. Thank you all.xxxx
PS. the photo is a shade of Autumn.xxxx
When I'm flaring I heat cups in the microwave as makes it easier. But if you want a kettle full have you tried a kettle tipper? They work with all makes of electric kettle.
I have both weakness & poor grip so my must-have was a grippy handle & one that would boil with little water. I settled on a Bosch as the handle is coated in a rubber-like material & which you can boil just one cup. It has temperature options which no thought was a bit gimmicky but I've found that 70˚ is just right for a hot water bottle & I don't like boiled water on peppermint tea so it's turned out to be a bit of a bonus. It also has a stay hot option but I've only used that a couple of times as it boils quickly anyway. I got mine from an independent electrical shop but I think Curry's sell then now. It might be a good idea to go somewhere like that anyway to feel the weights of each.
Hope you find one that's helpful & safe for you Sylvi. x
That is very helpul thank you darling.xx
Hi I think if you look an aids for daily living site one you might find a kettle tipper . The kettle rests on it and all you need to do when pouring is tip the kettle ...does that make sense?? not really awake yet
I found these to get you started. abilitysuperstore.com/index..... I am sure other sites will do these
Mary
I use a hot water dispenser from breville. No more having to try and lift a kettle, balance it on the side of my cup, risking it slipping and burning myself. I'll. Try and upload my picture.
Sorry I'm not very computer savvy, cant post picture. But look on Tesco or Argos website, put in 'hot water dispenser' mine is the breville variable one, so I can choose the size of cup to dispense the water. I just top mine up with a plastic jug. I just bought my friend one from Tesco £43.50.
I wouldn't be without mine! Hope this will help you. X
Check on Coopers of Stortford website....that have a water boiler than holds 2.5 litres, I fill mine with little 250 mil bottles.....you just press a button & it fills a cup or any container with boiling water.
Also the Breville hot cup that dispenses 300ml.
I have both & wouldn't be without them especially now as I have my right hand in plaster and in a sling.
There maybe others try Amazon
Hope you find one to suit.
Kathy
Ask an occupational therapist about this. Mum uses a regular kettle (which she fills from a small jug), but has it on a special tipper stand so she doesn't have to lift it. There are a number of other things that can help.
hi their do you mind if i can do some research for you on the idea for the kettle will get back to you soon take care Alan x
Go ahead Alan i am interested in what you find out and i am sure othes would too.xx
hi their many thanks will see what i can do for you take care Alan
I think an occupational therapist [through your GP]could help. I have seen contraptions in elderly patients homes which hold the kettle and make it easier to pour.
I use the kettle tipper. It's brilliant! No lifting of heavy kettles and I use a jug to fill it. I'm sure you find one online.
I use a light kettle with a handle over the top as opposed to the jug type efforts - you can then use both hands when you need to.
Sylvie, I just love your foto......the Autumn is my favorite season of the year if there is any such thing anymore as seasons!
When I first started the RD I lost all my strenght in my hand and found things like lifting a kettle very painful, even if it only had a small amount of water in it. So I asked on here if anyone knew of any alternatives and one that kept coming up was the Morphy Richards single cup kettle. Its a red sort of mushroom shaped thingie and is just brilliant. I have recommended it to some of my older neighbours who have difficulties with heavy kettles too.
I have seen it on line at under £25.00. I was told it is available in the BM chain of shops too. You won't be disappointed believe me......all the best. Jean XX
Have a word with your (OT) Occupational therapist or rheumatology dept. they may be able to help you with adaption for kettles etc (safe tipping).
Hope this helps.
I've tried lots of different kettles over the years but best solution is a lightweight camping kettle that goes on the hob. My hands are so badly damaged with poor grip, I fully empathize with you. Hope you can find something suitable to make a nice pot of tea.
Depends on your hands, but a friend of mine fell in love with the little kettles you get in Travelodge rooms & I got her one from Sainsbury's. She found it better than a kettle tipper as it was lighter.
Do you use mobility aids e.g. walking sticks?
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