In the Lounge
Sit back and enjoy your favourite TV show or game in your lounge room with some easy processes and helpful products. Improve your independence in the lounge with the suggestions below.
How independent are you in the lounge?
Start by asking these questions:
- Is your floor free of clutter? Are rugs creating a trip hazard?
- Do you struggle to hear the TV? Do you find it difficult to hear conversation at parties? Do you find background noise makes it harder to hear?
- Do you find TV remotes hard to use? Is the TV hard to navigate?
- Do you require large text on your computer screens, keyboards, and telephone buttons to make them easier to read?
- TEST
Plan
Arrange your chair to fit you comfortably with the correct seat depth and height. If you use it for reading, place a light to brighten the page without shining into your eyes. If you sit here to watch TV, make sure your head and neck are in a comfortable, neutral position and that you can easily reach essential items like remotes and instructions. Try positioning a side table so you can safely reach drinks and snacks.
Prepare
Place the chair you use for crafting or writing with the window behind you to reduce glare and improve visibility. To enhance the visibility of small, light items, use a table or lap tray with a black non-slip mat to create contrast.
