Wheel Life Hacks

A list of things that I find helpful everyday, living with a disability. I hope you find some of these tips helpful, please leave your own tips in the comments 😁
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[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

If you have any other tips for making life easier with a disability, then please leave them below ❤️ ✌️ Let's help each other

[@haamt8994]

How can someone who wants to contact you find you?

[@dianefresca6896]

Great idea 💡 I have MS discovered at my age 68. It has affected my walking. Getting an electric wheelchair. I'm glad I found your site Thanks

[@milesplatt2782]

Great video Freddo! Standing frame - who knew. Will look out for one. Couple of tips I have. I bought a small bamboo tray with a lip from IKEA then added a strip of self adhesive velcro to the back. It now attaches below my chair to the velcro on the back of the dangling seat pouch. It's always there when I need it. Another idea. sick of seeing my wife struggling to mow the lawn I built a remote control lawn mower out of an old battery powered lawn mower, old wheelchair frame and powered wheelchair motors. I love being outside mowing the lawn. Thanks for sharing your ideas!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

I’d love to see that!! You have any videos?

[@nickydumas9455]

New to this. Still have a few steps i can with uncertainty manage in emergencies. Not much longer though The tray and the water bottles as well as the folding bin are perfect and are the picture of what i thought when the “I need a ……..” came to mind. All the best on you and thanks. Peace and Ciao from the High Country

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You’re very welcome my friend! I’m glad it helped. I was thinking of doing an updated version of this video, so let me know if that’s something you’d be interested in 😊✌️

[@cherylcalifornia125]

I have a lot of the same tips as you which are great but I use different products/items. I use a kitchen wooden cutting board (instead of a plastic tray that you use) that practically lives on my lap when I’m home. My morning coffee is on it if my cat isn’t on my lap😻. I have a “catch all net “ for a lack of a better word, that’s velcro underneath my chair. I keep my 32oz water bottle in the net below me. I’ll keep my cell phone there too a lot of the time. Prescription sunglasses. Anything really! On my door that takes me outside I have a handle on the opposite side of the door knob. This way when I’m trying to close the door behind me I just grab my small “kitchen cabinet handle knob” and pull it to close my main door behind me. (You use a string). When I go grocery shopping I use a hard shell plastic laundry basket that’s rectangular. I just put it on my lap as I zip around the store placing items in my basket. The laundry basket is awesome to use to bring in other bags of stuff too from your car. I do omad (one meal a day) *mostly* to keep my weight in check along with low carbs, low sugar, use stevia.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Amazing tips !! Love the net thing 😊 thanks for sharing ❤️✌️

[@vanhemelrijckdims3224]

I'm using a piece of plastic for a tray since a few days, had the trick for the doors with the cords for a while. Thanks a lot for those tips, need em, need moar !

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You’re welcome 😊

[@4ukindnesss]

I recently started making Clove tea, just put 5-6 whole cloves in a small pot of water and simmer it for 20 min. It makes your house smell wonderful, it boosts your metabolism and decreases your appetite, helps with digestion and circulation. Thank you I do need a dinner tray.

[@katewebber1131]

Have a crate like that in my feed shed, Semi disabled at the moment not as severe as you and only temporary. My problem is drinking water even though I live in the subtropics where the humidity is heavy. You are an inspiration mate❤

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for the compliment 😊

[@maureensmith2162]

Very informative as usual, great sense of humour, many handy tips, well done xx

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Cheers mum ❤️✌️

[@rainncorbin8291]

Love the tray, but i don't have enough legs to support a tray. What do i use? Tied ropes to the doorknobs so as im going through i grab the rope and after the chair goes thru i can pull the door shut with a rope. Yardwork. I do all my own yardwork. I got a push mower that's lightweight so i can mow with just the one arm and control the piwer chair with the other. I bought a Ryobi short, electric weedeater which is the perfect size to use in a chair and now i can do my 5,000 sq ft yard myself. I also use the weedeater to trim the bushes. It's easier than a hedge trimmer, which is a bit dangerous for those who are sitting down. I got raised flower beds as well, which allows me to garden or grow flowers and be able to reach everything without having to bend over. With the power chair, i can raise the seat so i can better reach the counter to prepare foods and cook. Thanks

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks for sharing your tips 😊 You can get trays with built in cushions on them, maybe that could work?

[@idamasri]

wonderful video Freddo!! keep it up, you strong ,beautiful soul! lots of love from Malaysia !

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks so much ! 😁

[@codysmiff222]

The string on the door was my favorite 👍 great tips

[@onarolldan]

Same!! String is going on all doors today. Never thought to do it.

[@eileenmcnamara3555]

Another great video Freddo. I couldn't survive without my plastic tray. It has saved my clothes from constantly being wet or worse, grease stains from carrying food. Your artwork is outstanding. I love it! For snow I use a long telescoping snow removal tool. It's only about 2 feet long, but telescopes to about six feet to get the windscreen. I love your crate and am going to try to find one for groceries instead of trying to balance bags on my lap. Thanks again for your humor and wonderful suggestions.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You’re welcome, thanks for the kind words. You can find more of my artwork on Instagram. I might have to find that telescopic snow clearer thing 😊✌️

[@paralifetv-youreverydaywhe8314]

Cool video! I use a few of those tricks myself. One thing that came in handy for me in my early days using a wheelchair was a reach stick.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

I got one too! Forgot to mention it. Thanks!

[@stephenbrookes6598]

Yr Alexa command set of the meditation app in my home!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

hahaha - yes i had to use headphones when I was editing the vid 😂

[@onarolldan]

Absolutely Fantastic video Freddo with great ideas and suggestions. Picked up a few ideas for myself from this. You are a wonderful resource of information with great idea.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks Daniel! Appreciate your kind words and happy to help 😊✌️

[@ms.gemini4657]

Thank you so much!! You rock!!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You’re very welcome 😊

[@sherylmayer5171]

I hope you are able see the incredible personal growth you've had over these last few months!! You have a charisma that makes me smile. No doubt others feel the same. Glad to see you pushing ahead.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Such a kind compliment thanks so much ❤️

[@sherylmayer5171]

That standing unit. Use it as often as you possibly are able to each day. Journal how many times and your duration. Don't over extend yourself just be consistent. Six months from now you see the benefits. I guarantee you other people will notice the physical change in you. Standing off and on throughout the day is absolutely the best thing you can do for your health. It helps prevent pressure sores, increases your lung capacity, increases blood flow to all your vital organs the list goes on and on just be consistent and you will reap the benefits.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

@@sherylmayer5171 yes i do use it everyday thanks

[@jakemiller5407]

Watched this at 8.40am 😳 naughty naughty haha. Great vid mate. Absolutely dying for a catch up! Let’s try and have a zoom call over the festive period :) x

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

I’d love that!! Thanks man ❤️✌️

[@susanstorch1836]

Love this video!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yasirallen5348]

Ain’t even gonna lie dis video definitely was a gem💯

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

So glad you found it helpful 😁

[@MrScott12367]

I like watching your videos, you have some excellent ideas and tips. Where can I find the tray’s for my lap to carry and do things on?

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks for the kind words, I believe mine is from McDonalds, it's really old. If you look on amazon you can get ones with cushion on the bottom

[@Quadcapable]

Sock dimmer hack is a great idea!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks - it was too bright before, I was pretty happy with myself !

[@caseygemma8970]

So helpful! Thank you😅

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You're welcome 😁✌️

[@fofoaziz5805]

One of the most helpfull videos❤❤❤

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

So glad you found it useful 😊❤️✌️

[@SirBenJamin_]

Wonderful :)

[@Jaggededge112]

My dads name is Benjamin and I often say Ben Jamin lol 😂.

[@Jaggededge112]

I’ve had a shitty week well three months really. I found out my best friend passed away October 3rd but her dod was December 10, 2020 and then the friend I went to Arizona with he passed away on December 1, 2021 and on the one year anniversary date of my best friends untimely horrific death my aunt passed away due to Alzheimers. Not feeling much gratitude right now but I’m sure as time move forward as it does I’ll become a little less depressed.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

So sorry to hear that. Hope things get better for you soon ❤️

[@Jaggededge112]

@@FreddotheWheelchairGuy I’m sorry that was so bitter. I’m grateful for my friends and people that help remind me that there are others that still matter to me. Thank you for for your kind words.

[@anietamccracken2182]

Brilliant

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks ☺️

[@marcstlaurent3719]

Thanks for your the info , I’ve been a para for 11 years and still good info for me , on another note I’m in Canada , you mean to say it snows that much in the UK ?

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Wonderful news. So happy you found it useful 😊👍 I actually live in the french Alpes so it snows a lot here, in the UK not so much

[@knoopsylvia]

❤

[@jwilleseries7764]

I was actually trying to use a stretchband at the physciotherapist today but I could not as it was really unconfortable on my hands so it is not for me XD I did however get Wrist orthosis so that I may use Other exercises becuase my writs are a bit unstable

[@dianefresca6896]

Having trouble accepting I have MS. I'm angry and uncomfortable everyday. I have a neurologist I'm doing what I need to do. Losing my ability to be able to just walk to a store.I can't 😥

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

I’m sorry you feel that way. I made another video about how walking does not equal happiness, maybe you can find something helpful there. Maybe therapy can help too. Acceptance can be hard, but denial hurts even more ❤️

[@silkedavid8876]

Great video, Well scripted, well edited. You should hack it up into the individual tips and than you can post those or insta or tik tok. Or here.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Good idea! I don’t do tik tok tho - perhaps Instagram tho - thanks 😊

[@PeteMansell]

Come on Freddo, time for another Vid... :)

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

You're right Pete, I'll get on it soon. Christmas was busy, new podcast is out if you're interested. Thanks for the prompt

[@dog8398]

I dropped a like as a courtesy to a fellow paraplegic. Apart from promoting upper body strength I found no other helpful hints.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks for your honest feedback. If I were to make an updated video on the topic, what tips should I include that would be more helpful?

[@marcofacen9564]

No disrespect intended... but all this probably works better if you dont need to be in Office by 07.45 AM...

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Haha maybe you need to get up earlier!

[@marcofacen9564]

@@FreddotheWheelchairGuy True. :)