WHEELCHAIR ACCESS IN IKEA (Accessibility Hacks)

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Hi everyone. I hope your all well and enjoy this months vlog. Let me know your IKEA hacks! 💜🤩

[@cbryce9243]

Dang, you two are so adorable!

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

Wish I could add a hack, but I've only ever been to IKEA once in my life, and it was over 10 years ago, long before I ever started having mobility issues, and I remember almost nothing from it other than that it was a super long way from entrance to exit (my feet were absolutely killing me by the end of it), and that you couldn't go out anywhere near the same place you came in. I suppose maybe "come prepared for it to be a long wheel - have someone with you to help with pushing your chair if you can only wheel yourself for limited distance/amounts of time"?? The one I went to is absolutely massive.

[@dianacox1610]

Love the positivity in your vlogs and your family they are great and they really show us a lot of things thank you so much for what you do your whole familyWe love you all God bless!

[@emmysworld2624]

I know it was accessible for your chair, but I don't think the tight squeezes would fit with mine. I'm on the heavier side and therefore my chair is a bit wider, really don't think it would fit.

[@michelb.8953]

I loved this video and seeing IKEA. Never been to one, but I know about them. Before I became disabled to work, I had a stand up desk at work that was L-shaped. I loved it because I could adjust the height to my wheelchair. Even adjusting it an inch or two would alleviate back or shoulder pain while trying to work. Glad to see IKEA has real ADA set-ups. I'm in the US and until someone has to use a wheelchair, they never realize most places are not compliant for wheelsters.

[@sleepingroses761]

As a person with narcolepsy, I use a standing desk to make my classroom accessible to me sometimes so I don't fall asleep. It hadn't even occurred to me that convertible desks like that could be helpful for improving accessibility costs for wheelchair users and other people with mobility issues too, but how incredibly cool!

[@PhoebeFayRuthLouise]

It’s really great to see how much fun your family has together! Blessings!

[@trinidadchapa4287]

♋ My complements to your husband's singing.👍👍

[@Dumb_Anml]

as a swedish ambulatory wheelchair user (got my first wheelchair last friday!) i approve of all the swedish jokes and the song!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Heheheh good good. Shaun was like that song is so random, but I was like tis swedish!. We are hoping to visit sweden next year.

[@Dumb_Anml]

@@Wheelsnoheels hey! youre a huge inspiration to me id love to meet you if you come to sweden! (also im not diagnosed with anything yet ive just set my foot down after 13+ years of pain and got my wheelchair. ive had it for like 3 weeks now and im still getting used to it ^^, and it has helped me a lot pain-wise, its very slippery due to all the ice here in sweden right now so its quite hard to get around, i need to build up strength to be able to use it for longer distances. im trying my best and ur videos are a huge inspiration to me. even if im not paralysed)

[@cjmillsnun]

Ikea Southampton is the best one I've been to. It can get very busy, but weekdays during term time is normally a good shout .

[@dacktal75]

I love your family dynamics, reminds me much of my own.

[@beccabug]

You guys are THE cutest! I love your accessibility hacks. You are such a tight knit family and I love your optimism and the joy that flows out of you. ❤️

[@flowerpetals1396]

When I visited Ikea I was heading towards not being able to go out on my own; chronic pain, body weak from being unable to eat. Didn't really know where I was. I found a staff member and they were so super helpful. So a big thank you, again, to Ikea.

[@beeb6730]

Love that desk that goes up and down, I'd love to have a small one in my kitchen.

[@liemdrake]

The videos I like to see more of is you especially at stores like Ikea.

[@dougbrown7150]

You can add a power strip to the bottom of the adjustable desks so your lighting height stays consistent

[@sammieazoum8704]

GOD i miss Southhampton and after shopping Jackofpotatoes is my go to . I love your videos very inspriring and when ever im sad you guys manage to make me smile and laugh . thank you Gemma

[@mathygirl9456]

my IKEA hack is to plan what you are going to get and reaserch where to find it and what it costs before you go there, so you can just go straight to what you need and leave, instead of looking everywhere and get exhausted.

[@jenc7017]

I love the desk! I'm going to have to invest in one. My power chair is high and I have had trouble finding a table for me. Luckily I had someone build me one but it would work better to have a adjustable one.

[@debraseiber8820]

Love your husband's singing my favorite song

[@cbryce9243]

He really does have a beautiful voice!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

ahhh Ill let him know. Im luck, he really does have a good voice.

[@johnvelas70]

Yep yours truly re-broke my broke foot

[@BrendaCHughes]

So far I haven't tried going to IKEA in my wheelchair, but after watching this will need to get hubby to take me. Since there is stuff I neec

[@sandramizen2290]

Hi gem look's like you was having fun in IKEA I have not been to one yet..

[@simonbennett4065]

hi I'm dyslectic too so i will try ok here's mine i wear golf gloves too get around as my wheels are slippy and they grip well when i go out i changwe thwem for thicker to keep my hands warm . Yes i find it hard to allow o able bodys to asist me as i can do it for my self good job you 3

[@tinachambers4887]

Hi Gem an family very funny video have a great day love from TEXAS

[@ablenaijamama5459]

Love you dear am also physically challenged mum am watching from Nigeria

[@strawberrywheels]

i enjoy ikea because before i became a wheelchair user, i would take my sitting breaks on their furniture displays lmao

[@tinachambers4887]

Hi Gem Sean DB been awhile thought I'd check in how you're getting on I know winter can be hard for you stay safe an warm love from TEXAS

[@kadindefranza2478]

I'm hoping they build an ikea near me soon. The closest one to me, I would have to cross into Canada or drive to New Jersey.

[@AGirlCalledNaomi]

Hi Gem, loved this video for the comedy factor. I'm absolutely loving the electronic tables, and will defiantly consider them in the future as a fellow wheelchair user.

[@rogerorchard2317]

I use an up/down powered desk every day, work got it for me (and I work from home, I used to work from an office, they sent the desk home with me at the start of lockdown), I use a large powered wheelchair, and is does not fit under any desk (apart from workshop desks) and table, after they got the desk we had to send it back as it had a metal bar at the front so they could not cut a hole out for my controller.

[@nealeburgess6756]

I love Ikea. I actually enjoy assembling their furniture! Meet balls are good. Dime bar desert to die for. Also being an Ikea family member I get free coffee in the cafeteria. I am happy to report that my local store, Málaga, Spain, is wheelchair friendly, and has accessable facilities. Keep up the good work Ikea.

[@sophiemccormick6796]

4:22 that's the problem with radar keys, I don't know if someone is in there or they just keep the toilet looked

[@georgecurtis6463]

2 hours ? Jeez, I could almost drive to San Francisco in that time. But just to a store ? Yikes ! Glad you had fun.

[@sarahemf]

Ikea delivery is great! Get a membership, they can look up a product you purchase so you can return it if need 2 year warranty

[@cbryce9243]

Cool, I wasn't aware of that!

[@davidjtefft]

As a reasonably new chair user,I have a drive cruiser 3 w/o leg attachment, any thoughts on wheelchair tables,trying to get CHAIR SIMILAR to yours but I can stand like a stork so I sometimes need the handrails to stand on 1 prosthetic leg for a few minutes. A ny thoughts from anywhere is appreciated

[@SenailCooledge]

My family tends to find this a bit funny. They'll see the price tag of something supposedly accessible, look at me and go "Why is it so expensive?! Can't you build something like that?!" Cuz I use to do a ton of construction projects in my younger years. I even have certifications and everything. 😂

[@fridab1952]

Loved this video, I like the desk that goes up and down… I had IKEA Sweden meatballs for dinner tonight so good yum 😋 Last time I needed something from IKEA I sent my brother to get it he knows where everything thing is he’s always buying something from there 🤣

[@fishfish7985]

the wheelchair acsess is good but ikeas wheelchsirs sre very hard to find

[@wheelieblind]

It would be so funny to see people live in the store lol.

[@charlottetempleton7864]

Cars parked on pavments and over pavment dips so can't cross road or use sections of pavments and most local shops have steps get I'm door annoys me on my power wheelchair xx

[@Lolibob151]

I'm a Capricorn and that rise and fall desk is one of my kitchen counters. Just survived covid but it's put me back in my wheelchair :(

[@LeeSeungHyuk]

I also have a foot problem, but I graduated from elementary, middle, high school, and is now working well at Starbucks.

[@leslieholland7843]

Hey, I've got dyslexia too, but my dyscalculia is much worse!

[@johnvelas70]

Miracles do happen the VA said I can go in tomorrow am to see what's wrong with my broken foot. This after 1 month of waiting.

[@tammymurray7133]

Where did you get your rim covers at?? Love your videos 🥰

[@Wheelsnoheels]

They dont make them anymore Im afraid. But you can get similar ones on amazon. x

[@richardholder8970]

Gem we live in north Dorset which is about a 2hour drive to get to Southampton, you must live reasonably close?

[@anneharrison1849]

lower desks were all blocked off for covid social distancing last time I was in IKEA

[@ShaunySchippers]

I have a question where is your backpack from? I am sure you said it once in a video but not sure anymore which

[@cbryce9243]

I don't recall the name, but she did talk about the bag in another video. I think it was a 2017 - 2019 video on accessories or must haves. Sorry I am not more helpful; I've been binge watching wheelchair videos for two days now.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Its the best backpack in the world. Its from newton kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2SvnqChipeAj7c check 4:04 in this video. here is the link to the bag, its well worth the investment. www.spinlife.com/Motion-Composites-Newton-Backpack-Packs--Pouches-and-Holders/spec.cfm?productID=120064

[@dianaperez8230]

How come you don’t get a power chair so you don’t mess your hand up my cuz got a bone sores in her hands

[@HeatherLandon227]

Taurus Rising and moon and Cap sun...There's a whole lot more to astrology if you let Daisy explore it further than just sun sign.

[@JohnR31415]

First place I fell over backwards in my ♿️… anti-tip wheels now 😜

[@cbryce9243]

I SO love your videos! We've been talking about going into IKEA, but the new variant scares me. I'm so sick of Covid19. I live in Washington State, we have to wear masks inside and out, in crowds too, and we cannot go into restaurants if we cannot show proof of vaccination or a negative test within the last 3 days. Are your laws/rules different? I see so many who are unmasked. We have been talking about going to IKEA, but I am still freaked about Covid. Stay healthy everyone! I look forward to watching the rest of the video!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Our rules and regulations change all the time.

[@phoebebarr5728]

Hi Gem! Another amazing video as usual, just wanted to let you know that lilies are poisonous for dogs and I saw a few in the background, just want to keep your gorgeous doggo safe 💜💜

[@JessBonomo]

It's a very fun video, but I gotta say I was anxious all the time when you didn't have your masks on and kept touching things to your faces D:

[@maxscd_]

first!! ❤️

[@ChelleOnWheels]

Gem, I'm a fellow wheelchair user due to a chronic illness. I want to learn to do the kind of dancing you did with that bar and the big mirror. Can you tell me what it's called and where I can learn more about it?

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Hey. It was just me making it up, but it was kinda like ballet moves and adapting them. Kate Stanforth may be a good one to contact on instagram. Let her know I sent you :)

[@sopjoplop23]

My sister and I do the shower scary thing in like every shower when we go to IKEA! Lol Also I'm a Leo!

[@zemanjel]

Capricorn but should have been a mid to late march sign. I was born 3 months early.

[@richardholder8970]

I’m a Scorpio

[@lauriee1269]

I am a Virgo.

[@charlotteknowlden9076]

I'm a virgo or should i say a typical Virgo lol

[@beverleyrobinson9101]

by metro center next door walk with stick and lift

[@lindadunham286]

Libra

[@rebeccahartshorn3482]

Okay Gem. How in hell did you manage that? How many hours did you spend in IKEA?!!! Just the noise and busyness of it all is too much for me. You must've been having a good day to do the drive on top of ? number of hours in store. You crazy! Daisy, I'm a Scorpio. And a true Scorpio at that.

[@JennaGetsCreative]

Slightly ironic to ask if the lighting feature could be helpful for visually impaired individuals by way of caption.

[@JudyCZ]

Gen has a point there, though, as most visually impaired people aren't 100% blind and extra light can be super useful for them. 🙂

[@JennaGetsCreative]

@@JudyCZ Oh I know, but if they're visually impaired enough to need modifications they're not going to be able to read white stylized text on a changing background. It isn't the visually impaired audience members who are going to know about that question.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@JudyCZ Well thats what I thought, as I know some people who struggle to see, use bright lights to help them. If the draw is well lit, it may help them??

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@JennaGetsCreative They may use screen readers to help read the comments?

[@JennaGetsCreative]

@@Wheelsnoheels Screen readers can't read images. The text I'm referring to was put into the visuals of the video during editing. It's not the proper caption file overlayed on the video in playback.

[@elonmust8859]

Are you not finding shopping challenging because of this Corona Virus, I swear if i hit my hand or mark my Mercedes on one of those glass and metal barriers at checkouts again i will push the dam things over.

[@simonbennett4065]

aquareus

[@beverleyrobinson9101]

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