Tetra projects for adults are incredibly varied. Most adults have a fairly good idea of what device they need or the barriers they would like to overcome. However, there are many people who are used to “getting by” and who might not consider, for example, simple household devices that could remove some of the struggle from their lives.

Probably the most frequently requested Tetra project is a wheelchair cup-holder – variations on this include a wheelchair wineglass holder, to enable a client with some arm movement to support a wineglass during social functions. As two powerchairs are never alike, each cup-holder or wineglass holder is a custom build.

Perhaps an under-recognized area is workplace modifications. Tetra has done a number of projects that have enabled people with disabilities to obtain and/or maintain employment. These have included cradles that hold items being worked on (should dexterity be an issue) or other workstation modifications. Furniture has often been adapted by Tetra volunteers to allow wheelchair access.

What is possible

Our volunteer engineers and technicians work one-on-one with clients to overcome a barrier of some kind. As an example of what’s possible, previous Tetra projects that directly relate to adults include:

• Cup-holders: enabling an individual to sip a drink without having to ask!
• Child seat.
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Overcoming barriers

Identify a challenge you want to overcome, then contact us – either through your local coordinator or directly at head office.

A volunteer will discuss your ideas and work with you to make sure the project meets your requirements.

You will not be billed for the volunteer’s time – just asked to repay (if possible) materials and mileage costs.