Kitchen Gadgets for Seniors

As you age, the kitchen may become one of those places that suddenly becomes more challenging to navigate. Suddenly it seems like the cupboards are too tall or the counters are too deep. You might find challenges in preparing foods, reading cookbooks, or cooking your favorite meals. 

In times of change, it’s easy to avoid the kitchen altogether but don‘t let newfound obstacles keep you from enjoying your space and the foods you love. Instead, tackle those obstacles head-on with a few kitchen gadgets for seniors. 

Senior-friendly kitchen gadgets

Don’t let challenges keep you from cooking your favorite meals. Get back in the kitchen with ease with these senior-friendly kitchen gadgets. 

• Automatic can opener- Most companies are putting pull tabs on cans to make them easier to open. Still, if you’re having trouble grabbing the tab or using a manual can opener, an automatic one is for you. 
• Automatic jar opener- There is no need for superhuman grip strength to open your jars anymore.
• Reacher tool- No more worrying about climbing on counters or struggling to get the cans from the back of the cupboard when you have a reacher tool. 
• Electric salt and pepper grinder- If you enjoy freshly ground salt and pepper while cooking, an electric grinder makes it quick and easy to spice up your foods. 
• Knife sharpener- Keep your knives sharp and stay safe while sharpening with an automatic knife sharpener.
• Magnetic spice rack- Place this rack on the side of your fridge and easily adjust it to a height that works best for you. 
• Electric vegetable chopper- Check out an electric chopper if you’re clumsy with knives or don’t enjoy chopping vegetables or fruit. 
• Silicone pot holder- Make sure you tightly grip your pots and pans with a non-slip silicone pot holder. 
• Magnifying glass with light- If the recipes in your favorite cookbook are getting challenging to read, try using a magnifying glass with an LED light, perfect for those struggling with macular degeneration. 
• Palm peeler- Get a better grip on your vegetables and peeler with a palm peeler. 
• Long-handle broom and dustpan set- Bending over to sweep dirt into a dustpan can put unwanted strain on the lower back. A long-handle broom and dustpan set makes cleaning the kitchen easy while standing.

Need extra help in the kitchen?

Kitchen gadgets are excellent for making cooking more accessible, but sometimes having extra hands in the kitchen is helpful. The professional caregivers at Visiting Angels can help you through our at-home care services. Caregivers assist clients with nonmedical tasks to help them age in place safely. Duties include grocery shopping, meal preparation, cooking, and light housekeeping. Professional caregivers can also help with non-kitchen-related tasks like personal grooming, mobility assistance, appointment transportation, medication reminders, and more.

Our Rockford office proudly works with seniors and families throughout Rockford, Winnebago, and Boone counties. You can schedule a complimentary consultation by calling us at 815-977-3452 or message us with any questions about our at-home care services. We’re looking forward to connecting!