Shoring Up Dehydration

A few weeks ago I found myself wandering up and down the aisles of the Cleveland Boat Show.  I’m not a boater at heart, but I enjoy spending the time with my family and looking at the various Lake Erie home decor items.  Plus, anything that reminds me that sun and warmth will eventually arrive puts me in a good mood.  

I came upon a booth selling an item called the “Shore Shelf”.  It is described as an outdoor accessory that keeps essential items like drinks, phones, and sunblock out of the sand.  It is lightweight, folds up for easy storage, and can be placed on almost any chair with a sturdy clamp.  This led me to think about placing it on a wheelchair.  Many people with intellectual disabilities experience dehydration for multiple reasons, but for people in wheelchairs that don’t have the ability to get themselves a beverage, the Shore Shelf could be a useful tool.  Because it is so easy to get off and on, it could be removed during transportation if there isn’t enough room and assembled again once you arrive at your destination. 

During the summer months, something like this would be useful on outdoor trips to prevent dehydration, and having access to a drink anytime you wanted one is an opportunity to promote independence. 

To learn more about the Shore Shelf visit their website at https://shoreshelf.com/.