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Father’s Day Adaptive Essentials

Showing appreciation for the father figure in your life gets more and more important as you grow older. As we age, we begin to realize the important of family bonds and maintaining ties with our parents, grandparents and elderly love ones. Father’s Day is one day in a year when this appreciation can truly be shown which is why we encourage you all to gift your father something he will find purpose in. Something like an adaptive t-shirt or adaptive pants that makes life just a little easier and shows that you care about their well being.

 

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Adaptive Clothing for Father's Day

Adaptive Clothing makes a great fathers day present because it is a product which has been specifically designed to make the life of your senior father or grandfather simpler. Lifestyle Adaptive features a men’s line of adaptive clothing with styles that are refreshed seasonally. Within our men’s collection, you can shop adaptive men’s tops, adaptive men’s pants, and adaptive men’s undershirts and nightshirts; we also have a variety of adaptive footwear and various comfort products.

Some of our hand-picked Father’s Day adaptive clothing gift ideas:

Out of these hand-picked selections, let us know which ones worked best for the father figure in your life by sharing your expeirence through social media. Tag Lifestyle_Adaptive in your next Instagram or Facebook post featuring our products for a chance to win a pair of snoozies. 

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Signs to Look for to Determine if Your Parent Needs Adaptive Clothing

As parents and elderly loved ones get older its important to stay vigilant of their challenges and struggles to ensure they can have a comfortable lifestyle. Keeping ones eyes and ears open to distress and conversation associated with dressing difficulties can aid in finding a solution. The solution to dressing difficulties is adaptive clothing because of this garments ability to bring comfort back into putting clothes on in the morning or evening.

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Adaptive Clothing for a parent

Perhaps you’ve asked yourself, how do I know if its time to recommend adaptive clothing to my parents? The answer to this question is to understand your parents struggles and listen to their concerns. If it is clear that your loved one is struggling with dressing in the mornings or evenings, or has expressed feeling pain when dressing then its an appropriate time to suggest adaptive clothing. 

When suggesting adaptive clothing to a loved one, make sure you are mindful of how you bring up the conversation. Adaptive clothing can be a sensitive topic to some even though it is a major benefit to an individuals way of life. Present the conversation in a way that outlines the benefits of the garments and how they are specifically designed to resolve dressing challenges. Mention how adaptive clothing does not limit ones ability to be fashionable, it just permits it in a way that encourages a pain-free dressing experience. We recommend introducing adaptive clothing to your parents even if they may not need it yet, it is an option that may help them in the future and its important to spread awareness about these specialized products.  

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive. 

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Elderly Clothing Choices That Make Life Easier

As life goes on, tasks as simple as getting dressed can be challenging and for the elderly this may be a daily struggle. Adaptive clothing exists to get rid of challenges associated with dressing for both individuals and caregivers. For Elderly who struggle with limited mobility, adaptive clothing can make life easier and can take the pain and dread out of getting dressed in the morning or before bed. Consider investing in a few adaptive garments to see how they suit your lifestyle and if it will benefit you long term. 

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Elderly Clothing Choices

There comes a time where dressing becomes a daily struggle, if this is becoming apparent in your life – or a loved ones life – consider trying adaptive clothing. Adaptive clothing is specifically designed to benefit those who struggle with dressing on a daily basis. 

Women’s adaptive open back tops make dressing easier as the need to lift ones arms is no longer needed. These garments have snap closures to secure the garment discreetly giving the illusion of a regular top, when in actuality the top is adaptive. The same goes with Men’s and Women’s adaptive pants that can be found through the Lifestyle Adaptive shop portal. 

Make smart, functional clothing choices that benefit you, your body and your personal comfort. Adaptive clothing is the preferred choice by many elderly individuals worldwide because of the unique design and purpose of these products. Lifestyle Adaptive garments are the right choice for elderly individuals because it permits fashion freedom to individuals who are often limited in clothing choice. 

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive and adaptive clothing. 

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The Benefits of Adaptive Nightwear

Adaptive nightwear is a clothing product that helps the patient feel more comfortable and also helps the care giver oversee the individual during their stay and/or entirely. 

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Adaptive Nightwear

There are numerous benefits to adaptive nightwear for patients and individuals who would gain from their functionality. Adaptive nightwear permits easy mobility and access to a patient while providing comfort and dignity. Instead of using hospital gowns or other unfitted garments, care givers and loves ones may recommend adaptive night gowns to allow a patient to be comfortable. The Fleece nightwear sets are warmer than the others which may be the route for your patient if they continuously mentioning being cold. 

Adaptive clothing makes it easier for individuals and patients to put on and take off clothing. Whether this be done by the individual themselves or by the caregiver, the adaptive closures and velcro make it simpler entirely. It also limits the pain of dressing for individuals with mobility issues or who are bedridden. Adaptive night wear can be used independently or codependently by the patient or individuals depending on their condition and needs. These products are designed to suite the needs of any individual who requires them, this is why its important to make adaptive clothing known to the larger community as it educates those unaware of its functionality.

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive. 

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What to look for when shopping for adaptive clothing

There are a lot of things to consider when 

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Happiness

So, how can adaptive clothing promote happiness in individuals with limited mobility or seniors? Well, adaptive clothing once didn’t exist, and even now many individuals are left unaware of our existing community. Seniors and individuals with limited mobility needed to wear hospital gowns and other undignifiying garments instead of clothing. Adaptive clothing promotes happiness because it allows style to still be an option for individuals who were forgotten about by the fashion industry. Style is subjective for each individual and its not guaranteed that each individual will want to incorporate style into their wardrobe, but its nice to have an option. After all, that is what this is all about!

At Lifestyle Adaptive, we take responsibility to  advocate for individuals who are often left voiceless in fashion. We want to ensure that all individuals – no matter of physicality – can dress and feel good in what they are wearing. Gone are the days of hospital gowns, all people  have the ultimate right to feel good in what they wear and have a choice for style. 

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive. 

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How adaptive clothing has the ability to promote happiness

How does adaptive clothing promote happiness

For years, there wasn’t a lot of options for stylish clothing for individuals with mobility concerns. This is an ongoing trouble that Lifestyle Adaptive is working hard on eliminating. We want to ensure that individuals with mobility concerns have a voice and can make stylish choices in their apparel. Lifestyle Adaptive strives to ensure that adaptive clothing promotes happiness in individuals. 

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Happiness

So, how can adaptive clothing promote happiness in individuals with limited mobility or seniors? Well, adaptive clothing once didn’t exist, and even now many individuals are left unaware of our existing community. Seniors and individuals with limited mobility needed to wear hospital gowns and other undignifiying garments instead of clothing. Adaptive clothing promotes happiness because it allows style to still be an option for individuals who were forgotten about by the fashion industry. Style is subjective for each individual and its not guaranteed that each individual will want to incorporate style into their wardrobe, but its nice to have an option. After all, that is what this is all about!

At Lifestyle Adaptive, we take responsibility to  advocate for individuals who are often left voiceless in fashion. We want to ensure that all individuals – no matter of physicality – can dress and feel good in what they are wearing. Gone are the days of hospital gowns, all people  have the ultimate right to feel good in what they wear and have a choice for style. 

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive. 

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6 Benefits of Adaptive Clothing for Patients

6 Benefits of Adaptive Clothing for Patients

Adaptive clothing makes dressing easier for individuals who struggle with mobility. For patients in hospitals, Adaptive Clothing brings personalization and style back into easily removable clothing garments. Many patients in hospitals are placed in garbs that can be removed easily by hospital staff. The Lifestyle Adaptive collection allows individuals to be comfortable and stylish in their clothes rather than having to wear the same item daily. 

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6 Benefits

1. The first known benefit of adaptive clothing for patients is that it is easily removable and adjustable for staff to maneuver. This is the main draw to this style of clothing as it is inclusive for all types of situations and limits.

2. Adaptive fashion reduces pressure and the tight feeling of clothing. These garments are specifically designed to ensure that they are loose fitting and comfortable. 

3. These products protect patients dignity. It can be uncomfortable having to lay in open hospital garbs all day. Adaptive fashion gives patients the opportunity to still dress and can bring dignity back into clothing.

4. Adaptive fashion is simply easier and less time consuming for the patients, hospital staff and caregivers that care for these individuals.

5. Adaptive Clothing can help an individual life independently for longer as well. 

6. Overall Adaptive Fashion promotes stress-free comfortable dressing. 

There are numerous reasons why adaptive clothing is beneficial to patients but the most important reason is that it will bring your loved ones happiness. Wearing hopspital gowns can put you down, by introducing adaptive fashion you are introducing individuals to a new lifestyle. All Lifestyle Adaptive fashion is made with seniors and those with limited mobility in mind, if these products were made for you use them. 

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Adaptive Footwear: A Game-Changer for Improved Circulation

Adaptive Footwear: A Game-Changer for Improved Circulation

Adaptive Footwear isn’t a new concept, in fact, it has actually been around for some time. Lucky for us, things always improve with time and now these shoes are changing lives for the better. The unique wide design of adaptive shoes allows for easy slip on and off and improves overall circulation to the feet. Individuals who struggle with mobility, or experience swelling in the ankles, feet or legs will greatly benefit from this product. Lifestyle Adaptive carries multiple footwear styles that can function for various events. Whether it be a daily shoe or sandal, Lifestyle Adaptive has styles in both men’s and women’s sizes.

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Footwear Styles and Functionality

Lifestyle Adaptive has various adaptive styles available on our website. The most popular styles being the Darby Slipper/Shoe and the Drew Roomy Open Toe Sandal. All of the footwear styles that are displayed on the Lifestyle Adaptive website are guaranteed wide-fitting and designed for easy slip on and off. In addition,  Lifestyle Adaptive styles features fasteners and Velcro that make these shoes more accessible for all. 

Adaptive footwear styles can dramatically increase the circulation an individual gets to their ankles and legs because of the wide fitting. If this is a problem that you are constantly experiencing in your daily shoes, perhaps its time to switch to an adaptive style that works better for your lifestyle. 

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Adaptive Fashion Tips for Wheelchair Users

Adaptive Fashion Tips for Wheelchair Users

Its challenging to find fashionable pieces for wheelchair users. Luckily, at Lifestyle Adaptive we specialize in handpicking stylish adaptive clothing for individuals with limited mobility. Our catalogue features adaptive open back tops for ladies and men’s wear, and open back pants that make putting on and taking off clothing far more simpler. Its time to put fashion back into adaptive clothing at at Lifestyle Adaptive we are determined to be a part of this journey. 

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Adaptive Fashion Tips

Just because you are a wheelchair user does not mean that you must wear unfashionable clothing. Fashion is for everyone, it is a form of expression through clothing and everyone should be given the opportunity to explore it. Adaptive clothing allows you or a caregiver to put clothing on easier and pain-free. Adaptive clothing often features either velcro or snap closures to make clothing a more enjoyable experience. If you are comfortable in the clothes you wear its easier to manage day to day tasks as a wheelchair user. 

Adaptive clothing is specifically designed for all individuals who struggle with mobility or dressing without pain. This innovative fashion helps make style an option again for those who struggle to find stylish adaptive clothing. At Lifestyle Adaptive, we hand-pick all of our pieces so that you all can browse and enjoy a variety of patterns and colors. Fashion is made for all, lets defy adaptive clothing stereotypes and show everyone how stylish adaptive fashion can be. 

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Types of Adaptive Closures

The types of adaptive closures found in adaptive clothing

Our Lifestyle Adaptive clothing collection features various types of closures – the most popular being Velcro closures and snap closures. These closures are designed to make putting on and taking off garments easier for those with limited mobility. To learn more about the types of adaptive closures we use in our clothing, keep reading! All products mentioned on this blog post can be found on the Lifestyle Adaptive website.

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Closures: Snap vs. Velcro

The image above better explains how adaptive closures are used in adaptive fashion. As you can see, closures can be found at the nape of the neck in most open back tops. These closures can be found either on the side of the adaptive pants, or along the bottom. Adaptive snap closures are metal snaps that line the opening of the garment; these snaps make getting into the clothing much easier. At Lifestyle Adaptive, encouraging new easy dressing methods is our top priority which is why we encourage individuals to try our adaptive pieces. the adaptive closures make putting on and taking off clothing easier and pain free. 

The other type of closure that is most common in adaptive clothing is Velcro. In Velcro garments, the Velcro is commonly found by the opening of the garment – either along the nape of the neck or the side of the hip. Velcro closures function similar to snap closures except instead it features a Velcro material for easy dressing. Both closures support the overall goal of making dressing easier for the elderly or those with mobility challenges. 

 

Hopefully some of these helpful tips have supported you through this challenging time. For more interesting reads check out the Lifestyle Adaptive community blog section, featuring stories and tips about all things adaptive.