This nifty little tool is for people who need a little extra support getting in and out of the car. The portable support handle fits into the car's passenger or driver door latch. It provides a supportive handhold and enables leverage for better balance and safter transfer.
The handy bar also has a glass piercing tip which can break the windscreen or window as well as a feature to cut the seatbelt.
Benefits of the handy bar
- Easy to use
- Fits most cars
- Supports independence and confidence
- Helps to prevent injury
- Easy to store in the glove box.
How to get a handy bar: 3 easy steps
- Ask your Occupational Therapist (OT) if a handy bar is suitable for you.
- Your OT makes the referral on the FlexEquip website
- FlexEquip sends you the handy bar.
How much does a handy bar cost to hire?
MND NSW covers the cost of hire, delivery and maintenance of all FlexEquip items for people over the age of 65 and who are living with MND.
The NDIS will fund the hire of a handy bar for anyone with assistive technology funding in their NDIS plan.
Find out more
For informaiton about the handy bar, including a demonstration video and user manual, visit the FlexEquip website.
There is no limit to the number of items you hire from FlexEquip.
Check out what else is available in the FlexEquip Product Library and ask your OT if they are suitable for you.