User-friendly Kitchen Gadgets for Seniors

Many people over 65 years struggle with debilitating chronic health conditions. These can leave them with poor sight and fatigue, tremors, or even limit their mobility. Combating these challenges with adaptive kitchen aids can give back seniors control and a sense of independence when it comes to accomplishing their daily activities.

Here are some of our top recommended kitchen products for seniors.

Electric Can Opener

360° can openers can be very helpful for older adults who don’t have a firm grip anymore. 

Cut Resistant Gloves

Shaky hands and knives are not a great combination. But you can prevent unnecessary injuries and gashes with cut resistant gloves that protect your hands in case your knife slips. Just remember to wear them before you begin cutting!

Silicone Lid Stops for Pots and Pans

Putting a boilover silicon safeguard lid on a pan prevents your pot of water from boiling over and saves you plenty of time both in terms of standing by and waiting for it to boil as well as in cleanups in case the pot boils over.

Induction Cooktops

For seniors with memory issues, an induction cooktop can be a real lifesaver. With no hot surfaces, flames, or gas, and a convenient auto shut off on most models, you can focus more on enjoying the process of cooking without the stress of having an accident.

Food Processor

An affordable and capable option, this one machine can virtually eliminate the need to use a knife. Pick a compact design, and you’ll even be able to store away or keep it on the countertop without losing too much space. Many of the newer models are now dishwasher friendly making maintenance and care easy also. 

Electric Water Kettle

Hot liquids represent one of the most significant hazards in the kitchen for seniors with shaky hands and low grip. Complete with easy pour spouts, large capacities, and easy-to-use controls, an electric hot water kettle is fast becoming essential. 

There are plenty of other devices that perform different kitchen functions. But these get our vote for effortlessly helping seniors feel more confident and get more independent in their golden years.