Seniors living at The Gardens who have physical challenges may find dressing and undressing easier by wearing adaptive clothing. There's no need to sacrifice style for convenience when you shop clothing manufacturers that cater to those with special needs, and there are plenty to choose from.
It's easy to buy adaptive apparel online from the comfort of your assisted living apartment in Springfield, Missouri. Let's explore some of the most popular companies that can help outfit your wardrobe with footwear and clothing tailored to seniors tastes and needs.
Specializing in adaptive clothing, shoes and slippers for adults and seniors, Silvert's has one of the largest online collections available. Find self-dressing options for men and women as well as assisted dressing garments, and you can even shop based on specific conditions, including:
Mega online retailer Zappos boasts a collection of nearly two dozen brands on their adaptive website with functional, fashionable shoes and clothing options. Big brand names include Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive, which lets you shop by feature, such as:
To make putting on shoes for daily walks more pleasurable, Nike FlyEase technology in sneakers and athletic shoes includes a strap and zipper that wraps around the heel so you can easily take the shoe on and off.
Able2 Wear is the United Kingdom's leading supplier of wheelchair and adaptive clothing, and the company offers overseas delivery to the United States. Seniors in wheelchairs can shop a wide selection of comfortable and durable drop-front trousers, elasticated-waist trousers and waterproof outerwear, such as ponchos and back-fastening jackets.
Individuals who experience fluid retention and swelling in the legs and feet might benefit from Able2 Wear's extra-wide-fitting socks, shoes, boots and slippers. The site also offers clip-on ties specially designed by a leading tie manufacturer that are easy to manage for gentlemen with the use of one arm or poor manual dexterity.
California-based Adaptations by Adrian specializes in wheelchair clothing and accessories such as EZ open pants and jeans, swimsuits, day suits and adult bibs and clothing protectors. There's even a separate category to make holiday gift-giving easier. Inexpensive Gift Ideas Under $45 include arm and calf warmers, Polartec socks, thumbless mittens and a monogrammed Sidekick Bag.
Started by special education teacher Sandy Zeichner, Easy Access Clothing is the result of her 40 years working in California classrooms helping students of all ages and abilities gain independent living skills. Now her company helps to bring independence and dignity to people of all ages.
Seniors who need assistance when dressing or those looking for clothes that are easy to put on can find stylish slacks and bodysuits in the adult collection. Sleeveless and short-sleeved T-shirt bodysuits are made from soft knit for maximum comfort. The wide cut at the hip and seat provides full coverage and can accommodate personal incontinence products. Pleated pants, five-pocket jeans and cargo shorts are designed with full outside leg openings and an elasticized waistband with an adjustable cord and a Velcro fly that supports independence.
Whether you need a cotton/poly house dress with a cheerful floral pattern or a sophistcated pullover knit dress for a dinner party, Buck & Buck has a large selection of adaptive dresses to choose from. Jumpsuits, sweatsuits, pants sets and coordinates make it easy to create a stylish wardrobe for all seasons and occasions.
Gentlemen look sharp in any season too thanks to Buck & Buck's large inventory of dress and casual shirts, slacks and shorts with Velcro fasteners. If you're looking for cozy flannel and fleece options for winter or causal polo and Hawaiian shirts for summer barbecues at The Gardens, you're sure to find your favorite style, color and fabric.
Older adults who need help dressing for bed can retire in comfort and luxurious style with easy-on, easy-off Dignity Pajamas. Made from super soft 100% cotton, women's nightgowns come in lovely pastel shades with elegant lace trim around the neckline.
Men's short-sleeve nightshirts are available in a variety of handsome prints and feature button-down fronts for a finished look. Adaptive back Velcro closures facilitate the dressing of seniors with limited mobility and minimize discomfort.
As you might guess from the name, MagnaReady specializes in clothing with magnetic closures in a line primarily devoted to men's needs. The patented Stress-Free Shirting technology came about when CEO Maura Horton's husband, a college football coach, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at an early age. Men's sport shirts and dress shirts are fashioned from an array of fabrics and patterns with magnetized closures at the front placket and cuffs for ease of dressing.
MagnaReady makes two long-sleeved adaptive shirts for women: a magnetically infused blouse and a classic white Oxford.
No matter which occasion or condition you're dressing for, the internet makes it a breeze to find the right adaptive apparel for your needs. When shopping online, residents of The Gardens in Springfield should take steps to protect against identity theft.
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