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Window opening device for someone who can't stand/reach ?

  • 29-10-2013 05:46PM
    #1
    _Whimsical_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,996 ✭✭✭


    I was wondering if there's any device available to help someone reach top windows to open them. There seems to be a window pull available that lets you open a straight forward catch and push the window out but is there anything for more modern windows that have a button you have to push on them while you turn the handle to open them ?I presume the button is a security catch or lock,but it's a standard fitting not something special.

    Does anyone here have one or have any ideas ?


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  • #2
    RainyDay
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,925 ✭✭✭RainyDay


    Anything useful here; http://www.assistireland.ie/eng/Products_Directory/Building_Environment/Doors_Windows_and_Accessories/Window_Openers_Closures/

    If not, an occupational therapist might be able to help


  • #3
    _Whimsical_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,996 ✭✭✭_Whimsical_


    Thank you Rainyday. I have looked at those window pulls but they don't seem to handle the security lock button on the window. I don't think she could afford the infrared sensors. They look like a good idea though.

    If anyone has any other suggestions or experience let me know please. :)


  • #4
    carricka
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11 ✭carricka


    Worth talking to one of the community and voluntary organisations such as Age Action or one of the condition-specific ones, such as MS Ireland, Parkinson's, IMNDA, Alzheimer Society - these tend to be really helpful and usually have a database of such stuff.


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