{"title":"Gardening aids","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur easy grip gardening tools aim to help people with dementia enjoy gardening with ease and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Use Our Garden Features and Tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-grip tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e All our gardening tools feature easy-grip, ergonomic handles, preventing strain. Perfect for all gardening enthusiasts, regardless of age or ability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arm-support-cuff-easi-grip","title":"Easi-Grip arm support cuff","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe arm support cuff can be used with the Easi-Grip tools to give additional support or with the Easi-Grip add-on handles to enable the conversion of your own tools. All these products give the benefit of an ergonomic handle and their design makes them ideal for use by all gardeners irrespective of age or ability. Used with the arm support cuff, the tools help with conditions that significantly reduce grip strength. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErgonomic handle keeps hand in natural position, preventing strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows use of own tools or gives extra strength to the 'easy-grip' tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-slip grip, prevents tool slipping in the hand even in wet conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightly coloured handle – easy to find in garden or shed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely light-weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood for those with a weak grip or visual impairment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat people say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products are tested and reviewed by people living with dementia and their carers to make sure they are fit for purpose. 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