Car Accessories For Older Adults (2024)

Esther C. Kane, CAPS, C.D.S. November 26, 2024

As we age, it’s natural for our driving abilities to change, and adapting to these changes is crucial for our safety and the safety of others on the road.

Below is a list of recommended tools to help senior citizens be safer and more comfortable drivers.

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Be Safer On The Road With These

Auto Emergency Kit

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Everlit Survival Car Emergency Kit, Roadside Safety Tool Kit with Gloves,Digital Auto Air Compressor Tire Inflator, First Aid Kit, 12 Feet Jumper Cable, Tow Strap, Flashlight for Women, Men, Teenagers

  • The Road Guardian- The portable roadside assistance kit is designed and hand picked by a group of experienced veterans and experts to provide every essential tools you need in roadside emergencies. The automotive safety bag contains accessories such as repair cable ties, bungee cords, electrical tape, space blanket, rain poncho, reflective warning triangle, glass breaker, seatbelt cutter, safety gloves, tow rope and more to get your vehicle back on the road and continue your travel.

Battery Charger

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AstroAI S8 Car Battery Jump Starter, 1500A Jump Starter Battery Pack for Up to 6.0L Gas & 3.0L Diesel Engines, 12V Portable Jump Box with 3 Modes Flashlight and Jumper Cable, Stocking Stuffers(Orange)

  • HIGH-PERFORMANCE JUMP STARTING – The car jumper starter portable pack has a 45C high-rate lithium battery and 37WH capacity that can start 6.0 L gas/3.0 L diesel engines and other 12 V vehicles like motorcycles, cars, SUVs, pickups, or lawnmowers.This jump starter’s powerful 1500 A peak suit current quickly starts low-voltage and fully-drained batteries, stocking stuffers for men and women.

Car Caddy

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Mr. Pen- Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer, Car Caddy, Portable Organizer for Changing Table, Nursery

  • Package includes 1 baby diaper organizer, one of the must-have baby necessities that will make your life as a parent easier. It’s perfect for storing diapers, wipes, and other baby supplies.

Car Cane

A car cane standing aid is perfect for anyone who has trouble getting in and out of a car due to recent knee or hip surgery (or simply has bad knees, etc).

It’s also very handy for someone with decreased hand strength.

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Stander HandyBar, Portable Vehicle Support Handle with Window Breaker and Seat Belt Cutter for Adults, Seniors, and Elderly, Car Door Assist Handle with Non-Slip Grip and Emergency Safety Tools

  • Prevent Falls: The HandyBar provides users with stability and balance when standing or sitting from the car; compatible with most vehicles, the handle fits parallel to your car when inserted into a U-shaped door striker or latch; no modifications required

Here’s a video I made about the Car Cane:

Gas Cap Removal Tool

Leg Lifter Straps

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Vive Leg Lifter Strap (44 Inch) – Rigid Foot Loop, Hand Grip for Adult, Senior, Elderly, Handicap, Disability, Pediatrics – Long Band Mobility Aid for Car, Bed, Couch, Hip Replacement, Wheelchair

  • EASILY MANEUVER WEAK OR INJURED LEG: Whether recovering from a leg injury, hip surgery or suffering from arthritis, the leg lifter strap allows the affected leg to easily be maneuvered into place. Useful for safely repositioning the leg on a bed, wheelchair, or even in a car or SUV.

Panoramic Rear View Mirror

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JOYTUTUS Rear View Mirror, Universal 11.81 Inch Panoramic Convex Rearview Mirror, Interior Clip-on Wide Angle Rear View Mirror to Reduce Blind Spot Effectively for Car SUV Trucks -Clear

  • 【WIDER VIEW, MORE SAFE】: This convex rearview mirror provides you with a wider-angle view and perfect vision. 1. Eliminating blind spots effectively for safe driving and Making your reversing safer. 2. Let you know the condition of the child in the back seat more clearly so that you can drive more at ease. 3. Allows you to see the vehicles behind you more clearly, and reversing is safer

Pedal Extender

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OceanicEcho [Updated] Gas and Brake Pedal Extenders for Short Drivers People Driving Cars, Go Kart, Ride on Toys, Accelerator Pedals and Adjustable Length and Angle Auto Vehicles Brake

  • Extend the Pedals: specially designed to provide convenience for short drivers, and enable them to drive the vehicles comfortably and without obstacles

Seat Belt Buckle Guard

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BuckleRoo™ Seatbelt Buckle Guard – Seat Belt Security for Backseat Escape Artists

  • KID-PROOF TO KEEP LITTLE ESCAPE ARTISTS SAFE – The BuckleRoo Seatbelt Buckle Guard is a simple little device with a great big job: Keeping children safe during car travel by preventing them from accidentally (or intentionally) releasing their seat belt. The BuckleRoo keeps the smallest fingers from releasing the latch without interfering with the seat belt itself. No unexpected seat belt escapes mean safer rides for everyone in the car.

Seat Belt Extender

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2 Pack Metal Seat Belt Clips, Car Shoulder Strap Seat Belt Adjuster. Reduce Neck Irritation and Enhance Driving Comfort. Car Accessories

  • Comfort your driving life: Our seat belt pads are specially designed to provide superior comfort and reduce neck irritation for both adults, keeping the seat belt away from the neck and face and minimizing friction during car rides, providing a safer and more comfortable experience.

Seat Belt Grabber

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Seat Belt Grabber Handle 2Pack – Helps Reach Your Seat Belt to Buckle Up

  • REACH YOUR SEAT BELT – Do you or someone you know have difficulty reaching across or behind to buckle in a seat belt? The seat belt grabber handle is the answer for those with shoulder pain, arthritis or a limited range of motion.

Seat Belt Shoulder Pad

Seat Cushion with Lumbar Support

Standing Aid

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NIHAO Automotive Standing Aid Safety Grab Handle Adjustable Vehicle Support Strap Portable Nylon Car Assist Device Grip Handle for Elderly, Disability

  • NIHAO automotive grab handle provides users with stability and balance when standing or sitting from the car. Ergonomic non-slip 4.7″ handle is comfortable to hold for any hand size.

Steering Wheel Cover

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Steering Wheel Cover by Just Squeeze It Will Help With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms Rheumatoid Arthritis Relief Hand-Wrist Dexterity And Physical Therapy – Improve Grip Strength & Forearm Strength

  • A COLORADO COMPANY, made with the best highest quality materials, this steering wheel cover is designed to withstand the test of time without falling apart. You won’t have to worry about the stitching coming undone or any unnatural wear

Steering Wheel Knob

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AutoMuko Steering Wheel Spinner, Silicone Power Handle, Steering Wheel knob, Easy Installation No Tools Required (Black)

  • Sporty Design: This product’s dynamic and sporty design allows it to provide the much-needed support for controlling car steering wheels safely, conveniently, and effectively.

Step Stools

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Jocauto Foldable Step Stool, Adjustable Step Stool with a Non-Slip Platform, Step Ladder with Thick Rubber Feet for Adults or Children in Kitchen, Bedroom, Office, Rv, 330 Lbs Capacity

  • SAFETY UPGRADE: Sturdy iron step stool with a fully covered non-slip platform, the ladder legs with locking buttons for double safety, and the thickened rubber ladder feet increase the contact with the ground to strengthen the stability, for indoor and outdoor use

Swivel Car Seat

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HealthSmart 360 Degree Swivel Seat Cushion, Chair Assist for Elderly, Swivel Seat Cushion for Car, Twisting Disc, Black, 15 Inches in Diameter

  • 360 DEGREE SWIVEL SEAT CUSHION converts any stationary chair into a swiveling chair. Swivel Seat Base helps relieve back, knee, or hip strain caused by twisting and turning when getting in and out of any seat.

Transfer Board

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DMI Transfer Board and Slide Board, FSA Eligible, Made of Heavy-Duty Wood for Patient, Senior and Handicap Move Assist and Slide Transfers, Holds up to 440 Pounds, 2 Cut out Handles, 30 x 8 x 1

  • TRANSFER BOARD IS AN ESSENTIAL TOOL for caregivers to easily and safely transfer patients allowing them to move with independence while protecting caregivers from injury

Standing Aid Handle

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E-cowlboy Auto Cane Grab Handle Adjustable Standing Aid Safety Handle Portable Vehicle Support Grab Bar Nylon Grip Handle Mobility Assist Device (Black)

  • ❤️Non-Slip — Ergonomic car handle to get in and out of vehicles without fear of falling. Perfectly fit the palm and finger outline so that you can grip naturally of comfortable hand feeling.

Seat Belt Grabber

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Seat Belt Grabber Handle – Helps Reach Your Seat Belt to Buckle Up

  • REACH YOUR SEAT BELT – Do you or someone you know have difficulty reaching across or behind to buckle in a seat belt? The seat belt grabber handle is the answer for those with shoulder pain, arthritis or a limited range of motion.

If you are looking for a car accessory that can make it easier for elderly people to get in and out of the car, any of these devices would be a great choice.

With one of these aids, driving becomes much less stressful and more comfortable for everyone involved.

Posted in Driving Safety, Products

About the Author: Esther C. Kane, CAPS, C.D.S.

Esther C. Kane, CAPS, C.D.S. is a retired occupational therapist, a CAPS certified specialist. a certified Senior Home Safety Specialist and a CARES® Dementia Specialist (C.D.S.). She graduated from Florida International University and practiced OT in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina for 10 years. She specialized in working with neurological impairments in the senior adult population. Her expertise in home assessments and home safety issues for seniors will help you to make the best possible decisions for yourself or your elderly parent.

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