Wallet Modification for Residents of Eden Supportive Living

Abstract

People with a disability often find that common everyday items are not designed to fit their needs. One such item is the wallet. People frequently use a wallet to carry cash, credit cards, identification cards, and other personal items. Commercially available wallets often have small compartments and other design features that make them difficult to use by people with limited dexterity. Our goal was to create a wallet that is organized, easy to use, and secure. From user interviews and observations, we determined the key features that the wallet should have. The features for our wallet included magnetic fasteners, accordion-style pockets, a phone pocket, an ID window, and a security strap. These key features make this wallet much easier and safer to use than a more conventional wallet.

Keywords:

• activities of daily living
• design
• consumer participation
• disabled persons