Hi Everyone. I hope you have had a good week. Don't forget to subscribe as next week its a look into my night time routine. Do you have any questions? Or anything I should include in it? Gem
There's something that I thought was FANTASTIC ABOUT THIS is that you shared so many easy and relatively INEXPENSIVE tips in this. So refreshing as the minute we talk about accessibility and disability aids extra zeros... A LOT of extra zeros are added on the end so this was fantastic! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I'll be using some of your ideas and showing them to any of my friends too. I can see how much effort and editing would have gone into this video
I'm getting one of those beds soon, I can't wait! How do you manage grass in your chair? I managed to get stuck (wheels sunk, it wasn't even muddy though) when retrieving my dog from his visit to Mr hedgehog at the bottom of the garden, I live alone, so it was pure luck that I had my phone on me, otherwise I would have been stuck for god knows how long... and now I'm scared to go on grass again.
Wow that sound scary! I'm also by myself and only been in a chair for a month. Haven't left the apartment much, and now come spring so I'll probably spend more time outside - I'll definitely remember this tip!
I been in a wheelchair for 3 months now when my yard is not wet it's easy to go in the grass but if it rains then unable to cause will get stuck I have my yard cut regularly cause more easy with the chair on cut grass if grass is lil high n thick makes it harder I'm in the process of having a walkway put in from my porch to the driveway the way my porch is built cause of the door my ramp goes off toward back of my house which is a trailer so having a walkway built from end of my ramp to my car parking pad that way don't have to reschedule things around the rain
I loved this!! So down to earth and really informative! Yours and your husbands relationship seems amazing too because he’s clearly so supportive of you - helping you film and you just being so relaxed and funny around him. Just lovely!
This is my first video i have watched of yours and its very interesting perspective. Not only as to see how your house is accessible but also since its a European house and i have never seen one before. I had three strokes and had to get several spinal taps which has messed up my back quite a bit. One of those beds would be amazing. I also love the openness but coziness of your house!
Your husband is so supporting and funny! Your dog made my day just hopping on the trampoline! Thank you so much for Taking time out of your life to make amazing videos for us that we all appreciate so much!
I wonder about a few things: Would it be easier with the fancy fridge/freezer drawers? Would it be easier with the oven a bit higher so the door is over your lap?
Nice video, it's always interesting to see how other wheelchair users adapt their homes 😀 Enjoyed the foot pedal bin dig - it always amazes us how many disabled toilets and accessible hotel rooms have them! We've been tempted to make a video just about bins and accessibility since they seem to get overlooked so often!
Thank you. Sure you should make a video. Have you see this one and my #letitdangle campaign? ruclips.net/video/C1R5i3mrsfw/видео.html It would be a good follow on from that maybe?
@@Wheelsnoheelsthis is the first we've heard of it actually. Just watched your video, it's definitely a good awareness raiser - not something we've ever really paid attention to in the past but we'll be more conscious of checking whether their tied up or free now! What sort of response have you had since you released the video? Have you noticed any improvement at all?
I recently been put in a wheelchair due to an accident. I would like to know some specifics: 1. How do you carry things? For example, the laundry bag - how do you transfer it from downstairs to the actual washing machine? But also in general, 2 hands are needed to move the chair, I find it almost impossible to carry anything with me! 2. How do you get ready before and after a shower? How do you take several items with you (clothes, a hair brush, deodorant, cotton tips etc) from where they are? 3. How far can you roll with the chair outside before you get tired? I am young and (relatively) healthy and need to rest every 15 meters or so. 4. The baskets are a great idea! Do you put them in your lap when moving around the house? 5. How do prepare a cup of tea / coffee and transfer is anywhere from the kitchen counter? 6. Do you do the dishes? Chores around the house? I have to say that I've been in a state if depression (and admit that I may have been a lilte grumpy and frustrated) for the past month ever since I'm in the chair, and seeing you and your positive energy is really helping me to get out of the self pity mode and to try and adopt a new perspective on things, one step at a time (haha no pun intended) Thanks for this video!
TheSummerOf86, first of all I want to empathize with you about your sudden life change. I will say I am able bodied and up until recently volunteered in the rehabilitation centre affiliated with the major hospital in my city. I only left there because the program I was involved in was temporarily closed, I am still with the main hospital though. You underwent a major life change - not just physically, but, mentally as well. It also didn’t happen in a way you had time to get used to. Understandably, you will be depressed, you will also mourn the passing of the life you had, just know that while your new life will be different, the journey through it will be tough going at times and laughter filled, loving most timesin fact I can see your emotions jumping all over the place for a while. You have so much you are going to have to learn, some of which maybe most was already second nature. But you are strong, you have this. You know how I know without knowing you personally, because, you survived the initial accident and I’m sure that wasn’t easy. You have the support of the hospital, your family, your friends and just as importantly your fellow patients, some of whom may develop into deep friendships. Do not push them away, they are invaluable at this time in your life. You will learn the answers to all your questions over time with help from your team that will include your doctors, nurses, occupational therapist, physical therapist, social workers, psychologist or psychiatrist and when you are fully released you will probably need some home care. All of the people I just listed will have your back. When you have had a chance to catch your breath, get used to your new situation and learn all the things you have to, you will start to look into what is available for you depending on your interests and remaining abilities. For instance there are hand peddled trikes or bikes with lower centres of gravity, sledge hockey for both guys and gals and other things. I would certainly wait until your team says you are ready physically for some of the more active. I have faith in you, I send you virtual, tender, caring, positive hugs.
carrying things: lavrge canvas or shopping bags and bungee cords on both sides of my arm rests. Cheap; inexpensive; available in hardware stores; adjustable by knotting one end to temporarily shorten one; simplicity itself to attach and remove. I also bring one with me , open in my lap, while shopping....fill it up, check out, refill it after paying, remove when I get back to the car...so I cn always put the heavy items on or neat the bottom and bread on top. Tie the straps together so nothing falls out. One lift into the car does it, and no tipped over plastic bags and produce rolling all over the trunk.
I went into a disabled bathroom the other day to see if maybe it had soap because the rest of the bathroom sidn't and noticed that the trashcan was a peddle bin. Like ummmm?
And often used as a storeroom, making it difficult to manoeuvre a w/chair. Also, ALWAYS make sure the red cord (and triangle) reach the floor in case someone falls and needs help. If it has been tied up or doesn’t reach the floor, it should be reported to a member of staff straight away with an explanation of its importance.
I get this all the time. It's so annoying! I have to try to reverse my chair so my tyre pushes down the pedal. Sometimes it doesnt work if the pedal is too high so I have to take whatever I'm throwing away with me until I can find a bin.
Many times, a mom with several small children will bring the group into the accessible toilet stall, and get all their needs met while not having to worry about or chase after a wanderer or a curious child, It's just another good use for this size stall. Of course, the kids touch EVERYTHING, and some my have colds (or other viruses), so I try to remember to wipe down handles and grab bars with wet, soapy paper towels before I use anything in there. No problem; just another for,m of accessability and usefulness...
Funny - my husband doesn't smile nearly that much when he cleans! Must be a British thing lol - And tell Daisy she has good taste! I'm a Cher fan as well ;)
Yay! I love house tours. Also love all the hacks you've thrown in! I really really want a stair lift like yours, but my insurance won't cover one and it's 10k to put in :( :( Oh well, maybe someday!
Becky Baker I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I’m sorry to hear that you can’t get a lift in. I don’t think they are as much over here. Well depending what kind of one you need I guess. X
I’m moving currently and getting a fixer upper home to make it accessible! I loved watching this video and absolutely adored the dog on the trampoline!
Seeing your video is just how i have to do all those thins you do. I am only tiny so everything is out of my reach. I am lucky enough to have a electric wheelchair for downstairs and an ordinary one upstairs. I really need one that rises up so I can get to worktops and make a cup of tea. I find life a struggle but you have it so under control. Stay safe lov xxxx
Go Gem! Fantastic video and fun to watch. Seriously impressed with how you get about. You forgot to show your “sliding down the bannister in the morning routine” Haha only joking! 😆 x
I have a claw for when my kitties flick their toys under the furniture. And whenever something falls behind the dryer. I'm pretty short, so the claw is my fave. If only it was socially acceptable to take it shopping!
@@yvonnejohnson1004 My mom, at her tallest, was 4 foot eleven inches. When she first saw grabbers, she had ro have one for each rooms downstairs. They are amazingly useful for most people,
Love your helpful video! I had a spinal fusion 3 yrs ago and cannot bend or twist and walk with a cane and walker. I use my grabber (claw) a lot. I have one in my car and two in my home. Love the idea of a laundry bag in the dirty clothes hamper! Yes, baskets are especially helpful!
Your channel just popped up on my you tube account and some of the things you say, are what I wouldn't of thought about. I am a new wheelchair user due to an amputation and liked your wheelchair especially the pink wheels. I was looking to get my own instead of using the standard hospital one, which in itself is good and a great turning circle and lightweight. Where did you get yours from? If you do t mind me asking
You have a lovely home. It's so cozy and inviting and clean! Also, your pets are adorable! Also where do you get the board you have on your bathtub? I need one of those.
Ah thank you so much for saying. The bathing board was from my OT, if your not in the UK I believe they are available on Amazon??? But I dont have any experience with getting them on there. The OT came in and measured everything, and adjusted it and made sure it was safe for me to use. :)
I open those trash cans with my caster when I come across them, I don't know if it'll work with manual chairs though. 😆 Shawn... stopit, you aren't THAT tall. 🤣
Laundry bags have been hugely helpful. Ever since I figured out how to kick one down the stairs (my issues are balance and dyskinesia), I have been able to consistently get my stuff down independently for washing. Getting it back up is another story but on days I'm able, the bags with the backpack straps help a lot so my arms can focus on keeping me safe. Other times I have to ask for help.
I've just started watching your videos after one came up on my recommended and for the longest time I swear I thought your channel name was 'wheelsONheels'... I was so confused for the longest time haha.
I myself need an accessible housing! I use a walker and it is a challenge to climb up and down the stairs of my apartment. I have the very same I coffee maker as you
My grandma is in a wheelchair and she told me that she doesn't want to live anymore. That's when I decided that i will do everything to make her life as beautiful as possible and travel with her around the world. Follow us on our journey ♥️
Are the kitchen countertops built to standard specs or was their height modified by you or the previous owner? I understand that construction standards may differ between countries (I'm USA). My countertops seem rather higher than yours. Just curious... And I like that you have 2 WC for upstairs and downstairs.
@@Wheelsnoheels I'm in the U. S.We designed our home. 36" (.914 meters)doorways. Lowered countertops, lowered the upper cabinets too. All light switches are lower & power outlets are higher. Carpet only in living room & bedrooms. No steps, no high thresholds. Huge 2 car garage w/tall doors to allow taller vehicles. No basement, no attic. My hallway is 4 1/2 feet wide. (1.372 meters) yes we went big, but we went low too!
I wish that I had a home like that ! I am a amputee in a wheelchair now at 59 ,I lost my leg at 18,and I was fine until I fell and blow my knee cap out ,but we can't afford stuff like this, we don't even have a handicap vehicle, I think it is wonderful that she has nice things like this !! have a wonderful day
Donna Couch, check into the government (state/provincial and federal), War Amps, your Insurance, your prosthetics supplier, social worker, health care team and anyone else you can think of in that area. Also, think outside the box in that it and a handicap car do not have to be new as long as they meet whatever the current standards are in your area. You will find that most likely both will be significantly less expensive and just as suitable used. Also check with your income tax department for whatever programs are available.
I'm also in a wheelchair, I have a condition called MED (multiple epiphyseal dysplasia) I'm not in a wheelchair all the time but most of the time I am. I'm really insucure about being in a wheelchair bcz im always getting bullied by people at school, and I hate it. But you have inspired me to love who I am and ignore the bullies!
Excuse me darling but f*** all of them! Nobody knows what it's like to be you. What come easy for most is harder for us and we overcome a lot more obstacles each day than the rest of these a**holes that make you feel down! This makes me so angry. Kids are so mean. I don't usually use bad language, but in this case I'll allow myself;) Give them a huuuggee big FU right to their faces!
I slept in an adjustable bed that was my friends grandmother's. Even able bodied it is so nice to change the position and put head and knees up. Everyone should know the joy!
Hi Gem! Why are heating bills more expensive, you mentioned they are more expensive when you are disabled, but I'm not sure if you mean they are just more difficult to afford, or if you have to heat your house more. I genuinely don't understand. But it sounds interesting
I use a wheelchair I’m unable to walk and also live with chronic pain 24/7 I recently got a pain pump implanted I won’t have no medicine in for a month yet.
We put in a Rev-a-Shelf in each cabinet one month at a time. The cabinets come out as drawers. Even the Ikea recycling bucket can make a difference if you want to put bottles of things. It costs half of what a Rev-A-Shelf costs and is plastic on a metal frame. This is what we put in all the bathrooms to save money and still be accessible to all the things in the cabinet. If you want more ideas, Stone Cottage Adventures has newer ideas from this year for someone with wheelchair use. I really liked your video. Happy New Year!
I just ask and you shall I just come to England Stoke on Trent and trying to Alton Towers rides and they are all accessible for wheelchairs and you find Rita in In the dark forest and also if you want to come visit us that’ll be lovely Are postcode is St66dx 67 Victoria Park Road Tunstall we have a green drive and can you also bring your spare wheelchair so I can have a go on it and keep it
Hi Everyone. I hope you have had a good week. Don't forget to subscribe as next week its a look into my night time routine. Do you have any questions? Or anything I should include in it?
Gem
I got an electric bin so i dont have to bother with touching it .
Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard can you show how you use the stairlift and dose your daughter mess with it to go up and down stairs.
What is your bed?
Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard are you gonna get a service dog?
I love you 😶
I always forget how different British houses are from American houses
I'm British
Just on city outskirts in the uk
Don’t worry, everyone has American stereotypes too
Tess Aurea yeah like we don’t have separate rooms for everything lol
I’m Australian and we have different types of houses depending on where about in Australia you are.
👍 to your daughter for the Miranda Sings impression. That was unexpected. 😁
The cute dog jumping on the trampoline made my day 😂
So cute and lovely 🐶 ❤
KpopHooper same
I came scrolling through the comments to see if any one would mention the dog jumping on the trampoline.
@@butterfliescream676 same 😂
Same! He really seemed to be having fun!
Well this was randomly in my recommendations but... ill subscribe
My favorite part was the dog jumping on the trampoline. And your daughter pretending to be Miranda Sings lol. What cuties.
Have some one play with your body down that Al the way for me baby
Was the house open plan when you moved in or did you convert it to make it more accessible?
Dungeonfreak we bought it off a lady who was in a wheelchair. She did a lot of “opening it up.” We took the door off the kitchen.
I enjoyed that bit as well. He needs to learn backflips
There's something that I thought was FANTASTIC ABOUT THIS is that you shared so many easy and relatively INEXPENSIVE tips in this. So refreshing as the minute we talk about accessibility and disability aids extra zeros... A LOT of extra zeros are added on the end so this was fantastic! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I'll be using some of your ideas and showing them to any of my friends too.
I can see how much effort and editing would have gone into this video
Take your clothes off all the time because I like it when you have no clothes on your body on tex
Flippy liddy bin is the real technical term, and anyone who disagrees can fight me!
When l was younger l had to be in a wheelchair, l had sooo much trouble, your house is sooo ergonomic to your needs your soo lucky
Milly Vlogs do you wanna date
I'm getting one of those beds soon, I can't wait! How do you manage grass in your chair? I managed to get stuck (wheels sunk, it wasn't even muddy though) when retrieving my dog from his visit to Mr hedgehog at the bottom of the garden, I live alone, so it was pure luck that I had my phone on me, otherwise I would have been stuck for god knows how long... and now I'm scared to go on grass again.
Wow that sound scary! I'm also by myself and only been in a chair for a month. Haven't left the apartment much, and now come spring so I'll probably spend more time outside - I'll definitely remember this tip!
I been in a wheelchair for 3 months now when my yard is not wet it's easy to go in the grass but if it rains then unable to cause will get stuck I have my yard cut regularly cause more easy with the chair on cut grass if grass is lil high n thick makes it harder I'm in the process of having a walkway put in from my porch to the driveway the way my porch is built cause of the door my ramp goes off toward back of my house which is a trailer so having a walkway built from end of my ramp to my car parking pad that way don't have to reschedule things around the rain
I loved this!! So down to earth and really informative! Yours and your husbands relationship seems amazing too because he’s clearly so supportive of you - helping you film and you just being so relaxed and funny around him. Just lovely!
This is my first video i have watched of yours and its very interesting perspective. Not only as to see how your house is accessible but also since its a European house and i have never seen one before. I had three strokes and had to get several spinal taps which has messed up my back quite a bit. One of those beds would be amazing. I also love the openness but coziness of your house!
I’m an occupational therapist! I loved seeing your reacher and that you said you got it from your OT!
"Another thing that is handy is THE CLLAAWWWW hehehehe"
Your husband is so supporting and funny! Your dog made my day just hopping on the trampoline! Thank you so much for Taking time out of your life to make amazing videos for us that we all appreciate so much!
I wonder about a few things: Would it be easier with the fancy fridge/freezer drawers? Would it be easier with the oven a bit higher so the door is over your lap?
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The dog is soooo cute on the trampoline
Of course the cat needs to be fed! Their rule is you feed me when I say, even if their bowl is full!! lol. Nice house!
Nice video, it's always interesting to see how other wheelchair users adapt their homes 😀 Enjoyed the foot pedal bin dig - it always amazes us how many disabled toilets and accessible hotel rooms have them! We've been tempted to make a video just about bins and accessibility since they seem to get overlooked so often!
Thank you. Sure you should make a video. Have you see this one and my #letitdangle campaign? ruclips.net/video/C1R5i3mrsfw/видео.html It would be a good follow on from that maybe?
@@Wheelsnoheelsthis is the first we've heard of it actually. Just watched your video, it's definitely a good awareness raiser - not something we've ever really paid attention to in the past but we'll be more conscious of checking whether their tied up or free now! What sort of response have you had since you released the video? Have you noticed any improvement at all?
My nephew who's 3 calls our claw thing the grabber getter. I think it's a good name and it's stuck!
I thought her she was in a parking lot at first not her driveway. Never seen a driveway like that.
It’s parking space outside her home
My mum has a drive way like that bcz means my mum are both in my wheelchair so it makes it easier for both of us.
Its becuae3 they live in conjoined houses so there is multi parking out front
I think it may be a UK parking setup. Conjoined terraces in Australia just have plain parking. Or could've because of disability parking.
Gracias Gem por tus videos, son muy inspiradores y tu eres muy simpatica.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I've not got kids yet but this is a great way to show family homes with wheelchair access too. It's appreciated 👍
Awww the dog jumping on your trampoline was great 😂😂
I recently been put in a wheelchair due to an accident. I would like to know some specifics:
1. How do you carry things? For example, the laundry bag - how do you transfer it from downstairs to the actual washing machine?
But also in general, 2 hands are needed to move the chair, I find it almost impossible to carry anything with me!
2. How do you get ready before and after a shower? How do you take several items with you (clothes, a hair brush, deodorant, cotton tips etc) from where they are?
3. How far can you roll with the chair outside before you get tired? I am young and (relatively) healthy and need to rest every 15 meters or so.
4. The baskets are a great idea! Do you put them in your lap when moving around the house?
5. How do prepare a cup of tea / coffee and transfer is anywhere from the kitchen counter?
6. Do you do the dishes? Chores around the house?
I have to say that I've been in a state if depression (and admit that I may have been a lilte grumpy and frustrated) for the past month ever since I'm in the chair, and seeing you and your positive energy is really helping me to get out of the self pity mode and to try and adopt a new perspective on things, one step at a time (haha no pun intended)
Thanks for this video!
TheSummerOf86, first of all I want to empathize with you about your sudden life change. I will say I am able bodied and up until recently volunteered in the rehabilitation centre affiliated with the major hospital in my city. I only left there because the program I was involved in was temporarily closed, I am still with the main hospital though. You underwent a major life change - not just physically, but, mentally as well. It also didn’t happen in a way you had time to get used to. Understandably, you will be depressed, you will also mourn the passing of the life you had, just know that while your new life will be different, the journey through it will be tough going at times and laughter filled, loving most timesin fact I can see your emotions jumping all over the place for a while. You have so much you are going to have to learn, some of which maybe most was already second nature. But you are strong, you have this. You know how I know without knowing you personally, because, you survived the initial accident and I’m sure that wasn’t easy. You have the support of the hospital, your family, your friends and just as importantly your fellow patients, some of whom may develop into deep friendships. Do not push them away, they are invaluable at this time in your life. You will learn the answers to all your questions over time with help from your team that will include your doctors, nurses, occupational therapist, physical therapist, social workers, psychologist or psychiatrist and when you are fully released you will probably need some home care. All of the people I just listed will have your back. When you have had a chance to catch your breath, get used to your new situation and learn all the things you have to, you will start to look into what is available for you depending on your interests and remaining abilities. For instance there are hand peddled trikes or bikes with lower centres of gravity, sledge hockey for both guys and gals and other things. I would certainly wait until your team says you are ready physically for some of the more active.
I have faith in you, I send you virtual, tender, caring, positive hugs.
carrying things: lavrge canvas or shopping bags and bungee cords on both sides of my arm rests. Cheap; inexpensive; available in hardware stores; adjustable by knotting one end to temporarily shorten one; simplicity itself to attach and remove. I also bring one with me , open in my lap, while shopping....fill it up, check out, refill it after paying, remove when I get back to the car...so I cn always put the heavy items on or neat the bottom and bread on top. Tie the straps together so nothing falls out. One lift into the car does it, and no tipped over plastic bags and produce rolling all over the trunk.
I went into a disabled bathroom the other day to see if maybe it had soap because the rest of the bathroom sidn't and noticed that the trashcan was a peddle bin. Like ummmm?
Often disabled loos are also baby changing loos
And often used as a storeroom, making it difficult to manoeuvre a w/chair.
Also, ALWAYS make sure the red cord (and triangle) reach the floor in case someone falls and needs help. If it has been tied up or doesn’t reach the floor, it should be reported to a member of staff straight away with an explanation of its importance.
Another problem is self-flushing toilets. They don't work for someone not transferring on it, and many don't have the tank flushing buttons
I get this all the time. It's so annoying! I have to try to reverse my chair so my tyre pushes down the pedal. Sometimes it doesnt work if the pedal is too high so I have to take whatever I'm throwing away with me until I can find a bin.
Many times, a mom with several small children will bring the group into the accessible toilet stall, and get all their needs met while not having to worry about or chase after a wanderer or a curious child, It's just another good use for this size stall. Of course, the kids touch EVERYTHING, and some my have colds (or other viruses), so I try to remember to wipe down handles and grab bars with wet, soapy paper towels before I use anything in there.
No problem; just another for,m of accessability and usefulness...
Funny - my husband doesn't smile nearly that much when he cleans! Must be a British thing lol - And tell Daisy she has good taste! I'm a Cher fan as well ;)
hahahah will do. :) OOO shauns an Aussie, must be an Aussie thing ;)
Yay! I love house tours. Also love all the hacks you've thrown in! I really really want a stair lift like yours, but my insurance won't cover one and it's 10k to put in :( :( Oh well, maybe someday!
Becky Baker I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I’m sorry to hear that you can’t get a lift in. I don’t think they are as much over here. Well depending what kind of one you need I guess. X
Is your stair lift curved? My straight stair lift was only £1000.
@@ecologist_to_be It would be curved, we have a long stairwell. I'm also in the US, so the pricing is a bit different
Becky Baker look into government programs. Or if you gave insurance ask about adaptive technology.
I'm in the US and for our 13 step staircase (straight) the quotes I've been given area US$3-5K -- EACH!
I’m moving currently and getting a fixer upper home to make it accessible! I loved watching this video and absolutely adored the dog on the trampoline!
You are looking beautiful! I love your pink shirt!
Jerryskeeper O thank you. It’s from primark x
Seeing your video is just how i have to do all those thins you do. I am only tiny so everything is out of my reach. I am lucky enough to have a electric wheelchair for downstairs and an ordinary one upstairs. I really need one that rises up so I can get to worktops and make a cup of tea. I find life a struggle but you have it so under control. Stay safe lov xxxx
Go Gem! Fantastic video and fun to watch. Seriously impressed with how you get about. You forgot to show your “sliding down the bannister in the morning routine” Haha only joking! 😆 x
☀️ Ｓｕｎｎｙ Ｄａｙｓ ☀️ hahaha that’s hilarious!! 😂
Hi Gem! You can definitely tell how much effort and planning went into filming and editing this one. Great job!!
I have a claw for when my kitties flick their toys under the furniture. And whenever something falls behind the dryer. I'm pretty short, so the claw is my fave. If only it was socially acceptable to take it shopping!
We’ve got a grabber in every room....they are great.....
@@yvonnejohnson1004 My mom, at her tallest, was 4 foot eleven inches. When she first saw grabbers, she had ro have one for each rooms downstairs. They are amazingly useful for most people,
Absolutely love your videos here and on instagram! It really helps me out as fairly new to spending more and more time in a wheelchair. 💙
Great house tour, appreciate how much effort you & Shaun put into filming, have a stairlift & a 2nd wheelchair too as our house is two storey also
Love your helpful video! I had a spinal fusion 3 yrs ago and cannot bend or twist and walk with a cane and walker. I use my grabber (claw) a lot. I have one in my car and two in my home. Love the idea of a laundry bag in the dirty clothes hamper! Yes, baskets are especially helpful!
Love your husband he's such a good sport and his little bits really gave me the giggles!
Ah super useful - working out how to make my home easier to get around, thanks for this video!
Ok like WOW ! Ur place is absolutely wonderful. Bravo dear girl.well done.
Your channel just popped up on my you tube account and some of the things you say, are what I wouldn't of thought about. I am a new wheelchair user due to an amputation and liked your wheelchair especially the pink wheels. I was looking to get my own instead of using the standard hospital one, which in itself is good and a great turning circle and lightweight. Where did you get yours from? If you do t mind me asking
You can buy the pink rim covers separately. She did a video on pumping wheelchairs.
I love how you have fun doing all this i saw in the video! :D
You have a lovely home. It's so cozy and inviting and clean! Also, your pets are adorable! Also where do you get the board you have on your bathtub? I need one of those.
Ah thank you so much for saying. The bathing board was from my OT, if your not in the UK I believe they are available on Amazon??? But I dont have any experience with getting them on there. The OT came in and measured everything, and adjusted it and made sure it was safe for me to use. :)
They sell them on most disabled websites
wheelchair and/or medical supply businesses also have transfer equipment.
Crumpets and toast in a chilly day!!! Yummy!
British houses remind me so much of the Canadian ones I grew up. I love the curtain idea! wish my family would've thought of that!
Love yours and your Honey’s sense of humor! I really enjoyed your tour!
I open those trash cans with my caster when I come across them, I don't know if it'll work with manual chairs though. 😆
Shawn... stopit, you aren't THAT tall. 🤣
OOH A LOWERD CURB!! Wow.
JK this is really sweet and inspiring! Good good lady. 🙂👍
Laundry bags have been hugely helpful. Ever since I figured out how to kick one down the stairs (my issues are balance and dyskinesia), I have been able to consistently get my stuff down independently for washing. Getting it back up is another story but on days I'm able, the bags with the backpack straps help a lot so my arms can focus on keeping me safe. Other times I have to ask for help.
The soap idea is GENIUS! I can't believe such a simple solution could be so brilliant! I need to go find myself a laundry net now
This was wonderful! Gave me ideas...
Jessie Lopez half it gave you a bit of inspo x
Me to.. bye bye kitchen door! 🙌
Hi Gem, Thank You for taking the time to share your lovely and accessible house 🏣 all the best have a nice week Lin x
I've just started watching your videos after one came up on my recommended and for the longest time I swear I thought your channel name was 'wheelsONheels'... I was so confused for the longest time haha.
I myself need an accessible housing! I use a walker and it is a challenge to climb up and down the stairs of my apartment. I have the very same I coffee maker as you
I love dogs and cats you are a lukey family and your kid is very alone in this video show us your kid ok
My grandma is in a wheelchair and she told me that she doesn't want to live anymore. That's when I decided that i will do everything to make her life as beautiful as possible and travel with her around the world. Follow us on our journey ♥️
As always a great video, thanks for letting us get a glimpse into your life
Every video a delight...inspiring and instructing the world....love you Gem...always great work!
I love how everything is handy
New sub here I’ve been watching you for a long time think your great 👍
Awesome video ! Looking forward to watching you other videos
Did the ramp come before or after your husband trialed the wheelchair for the day 😂
Are the kitchen countertops built to standard specs or was their height modified by you or the previous owner? I understand that construction standards may differ between countries (I'm USA). My countertops seem rather higher than yours. Just curious... And I like that you have 2 WC for upstairs and downstairs.
l j I think they are at a standard height for non disabled people. (Everything in the US is bigger and hire 😜
@@Wheelsnoheels 👍
@@Wheelsnoheels I'm in the U. S.We designed our home. 36" (.914 meters)doorways. Lowered countertops, lowered the upper cabinets too. All light switches are lower & power outlets are higher. Carpet only in living room & bedrooms. No steps, no high thresholds. Huge 2 car garage w/tall doors to allow taller vehicles. No basement, no attic. My hallway is 4 1/2 feet wide. (1.372 meters) yes we went big, but we went low too!
My family does the same thing with brushing our teeth. Because sometimes we are in a rush
You’re arms get tired don’t they?😭
I bought an automatic touchless trashcan. Perfect, no touching nasty flaps.
I have those baskets for my hair stuff I love how smiley u are :)
I wish that I had a home like that ! I am a amputee in a wheelchair now at 59 ,I lost my leg at 18,and I was fine until I fell and blow my knee cap out ,but we can't afford stuff like this, we don't even have a handicap vehicle, I think it is wonderful that she has nice things like this !! have a wonderful day
Donna Couch, check into the government (state/provincial and federal), War Amps, your Insurance, your prosthetics supplier, social worker, health care team and anyone else you can think of in that area. Also, think outside the box in that it and a handicap car do not have to be new as long as they meet whatever the current standards are in your area. You will find that most likely both will be significantly less expensive and just as suitable used. Also check with your income tax department for whatever programs are available.
Sorry to hear this. Can you draw on superannuation or pension because of disability. Also what other poster just said. Best wishes
So well planned , thanks for sharing 🦋
7:40 the dog on the trampoline 😂😍
I'm also in a wheelchair, I have a condition called MED (multiple epiphyseal dysplasia) I'm not in a wheelchair all the time but most of the time I am. I'm really insucure about being in a wheelchair bcz im always getting bullied by people at school, and I hate it. But you have inspired me to love who I am and ignore the bullies!
Excuse me darling but f*** all of them! Nobody knows what it's like to be you. What come easy for most is harder for us and we overcome a lot more obstacles each day than the rest of these a**holes that make you feel down!
This makes me so angry. Kids are so mean.
I don't usually use bad language, but in this case I'll allow myself;)
Give them a huuuggee big FU right to their faces!
; )
Good for you. Ignore the morons, they are pathetic inhumans. Adopt Gems positive problem solving approach and try to figure out what you want / can do
Lo que más me ha gustado es EL ASCENSOR.
Can you even walk
No. That's kinda why she's in a wheelchair.
@@alexschwartz7967 Wheelchair doesn't mean 100% unable to walk. I can walk and use a wheelchair.
Your dog enjoys that trampoline!
I love when the dog was jumping on the trampoline and her daughter pretending to be Miranda Sings
I have a wheelchair ♿
I love your house and I love your cat and Dog?
My sister has to be in a wheelchair too.
That's why i love dutch homes. They havent got al those different Little rooms. But you are great.
I cant because I'm in school and my knee hits the table
I love your cute dog jumping on the trampoline
I love her but when I first saw her Instagram I thought she was selling heeleys or something
Love your energy♥️♥️
Omg pink pushrims where do you get these from? Also, are there other colors available? ❤ Nice greetings from Germany.
Hi Gem. This is so cool. You would make a great Blue Peter presenter. 😂
Awww thank you. That was always my dream :)
The one thing that made a difference for me is the bathroom door it’s gonna and we have a curtain it works for us
10:14 how’d she measure herself?
I love your videos! It is good to see how others deal with with different thing like we do.
I am a paraplegic out of the US. I will have to say this is one of the better Vlogs. You are very funny.
There so organised
Then you se me
I’m a mess lol
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I need to get one of those claw things!
I slept in an adjustable bed that was my friends grandmother's. Even able bodied it is so nice to change the position and put head and knees up. Everyone should know the joy!
Reading pillows and wedge pillows are also good if don't have this bed
Loving these vids they are really helpful, informative and fun to watch. Thank you xxx
Hi Gem! Why are heating bills more expensive, you mentioned they are more expensive when you are disabled, but I'm not sure if you mean they are just more difficult to afford, or if you have to heat your house more. I genuinely don't understand. But it sounds interesting
Often we get cold easier so we use heating more. Plus if we usually at home heating is on longer.
@@ecologist_to_be We sit lower; heat rises. The lower you are, the colder you are. Simple physics, but not something tht occurs to most people.
Aww look at the dog on the trampoline ❤️
Hello, Congratulations 👍👊🙌🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. God Bless You All ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I use a wheelchair I’m unable to walk and also live with chronic pain 24/7
I recently got a pain pump implanted I won’t have no medicine in for a month yet.
We put in a Rev-a-Shelf in each cabinet one month at a time. The cabinets come out as drawers. Even the Ikea recycling bucket can make a difference if you want to put bottles of things. It costs half of what a Rev-A-Shelf costs and is plastic on a metal frame. This is what we put in all the bathrooms to save money and still be accessible to all the things in the cabinet. If you want more ideas, Stone Cottage Adventures has newer ideas from this year for someone with wheelchair use. I really liked your video. Happy New Year!
I just ask and you shall I just come to England Stoke on Trent and trying to Alton Towers rides and they are all accessible for wheelchairs and you find Rita in In the dark forest and also if you want to come visit us that’ll be lovely Are postcode is St66dx 67 Victoria Park Road Tunstall we have a green drive and can you also bring your spare wheelchair so I can have a go on it and keep it