SectorCare Adaptive Eating Fork with Bendable Neck and Hand Strap Black

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SKU:
AF02NLBLA
Availability:
In Stock
Color:
Black
Net Weight:
0.1 kg
Overall Length:
21 cm
Fork Section Length:
11 cm
Handle Section Length:
10 cm
Fork Head Width:
2 cm
Fork Head Rotation:
360 degrees
Neck:
Bendable for angle adjustment
Hand Strap:
Adjustable hook and loop with slider buckle
Material:
Food grade stainless steel fork head and neck
EAN:
6979100176769
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false
UPC:
6979100176769

Keep Eating Independently with a 21cm Adaptive Fork That Straps to the Hand

21cm overall length · 4cm wide · 0.1kg · food grade stainless steel · bendable neck · 360° rotating head · adjustable hand strap · GST free

When grip strength fades, a standard fork becomes the hardest object on the table. The SectorCare Adaptive Eating Fork takes gripping out of the equation entirely. A strap passes across the back of the hand and two hook and loop cuffs hold the 10cm handle body in place, so the fork stays put even when the fingers cannot close around it. The person keeps feeding themselves, and the carer is not left standing over the plate.

The stainless steel neck bends by hand to whatever angle suits that person's reach, and the fork head turns a full 360° so the tines stay level as the wrist moves. The head and neck are food grade stainless steel and rinse clean after a meal. The whole unit weighs just 0.1kg, so there is no extra load on a tired arm, and the ribbed handle body gives the cuffs an anti slip surface to hold against. At 21cm overall it stores alongside ordinary cutlery in a drawer or a care pack.

Product Features

  • Hands free palm strap: the adjustable strap and slider buckle carry the fork on the hand, so no grip strength is needed to hold it.
  • Bendable stainless steel neck: shape the angle once to suit the individual's wrist and elbow range, then leave it set.
  • 360° rotating fork head: the head turns freely so the tines stay level through the lift, which means less food lost between plate and mouth.
  • Two point cuff hold: upper and lower hook and loop cuffs secure the handle at both ends rather than relying on a single band.
  • Ribbed anti slip handle: the grooved 10cm handle body resists twisting inside the cuffs during a meal.
  • Food grade stainless steel: safe against food, easy to wipe or rinse, and holds its finish through daily use.
  • Light 0.1kg build: adds almost nothing to the arm, which matters when fatigue is part of the picture.
  • Left or right hand use: the strap is symmetrical and the neck bends either way, so one unit suits either side.

Perfect For

  • Home dining tables: lets someone with arthritis or a weak grip finish a meal without asking for help.
  • Aged care and nursing home dining rooms: one lightweight aid per resident, easy for staff to fit and remove between sittings.
  • Hospital bedside and overbed tray tables: the bendable neck compensates for the awkward angles of eating propped up in bed.
  • Rehabilitation and occupational therapy: supports self feeding practice during recovery from stroke or hand injury.
  • Respite and day programs: small enough to travel with a participant between home and program.
  • Eating away from home: packs flat in a bag for meals at a cafe, a family table or a day out.

Adaptive Cutlery That Protects Mealtime Dignity Across Australia

Mealtimes are one of the last routines people want help with. This 21cm adaptive fork keeps that routine in the person's own hands through a hands free strap, a bendable stainless steel neck and a 360° rotating head, all at 0.1kg in food grade stainless steel. Suited to home dining, aged care and nursing home settings, hospital bedsides, rehabilitation programs and eating out, and supplied GST free across Australia.

FAQ

Do I need any grip strength to use this fork?
No. The strap crosses the back of the hand and two hook and loop cuffs hold the handle, so the fork stays in position without the fingers closing around it.

Can the angle be adjusted?
Yes. The stainless steel neck bends by hand, so you can set the angle that suits the user's wrist and elbow range. The fork head also rotates a full 360 degrees.

Will it fit a left handed user?
Yes. The hand strap is adjustable and symmetrical, and the neck bends either way, so the same unit suits either hand.

How big and how heavy is it?
It measures 21cm overall with a 4cm wide body and weighs 0.1kg. The fork section is 11cm and the handle section is 10cm.

What is it made from and how do I clean it?
The fork head and neck are food grade stainless steel, which rinses and wipes clean after meals.

Can I use NDIS funding for this?
Daily living aids like adaptive cutlery are often funded under an NDIS plan. Eligibility depends on your individual plan, so confirm with your plan manager or support coordinator before purchasing.