The indispensable independence tool: Arcoa's EZ Assist Reacher® brings items into easy reach for anyone needing an aid to daily living

Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, August-Sept, 2003

Arcoa's EZ Assist Reacher[R] puts hard-to-reach items at the fingertips of anyone needing a little help now and then. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/ cgi-bin/prnh/20021029/LATU020).

At home, on the job, or shopping, this new reaching tool is lightweight and easy to use. It enables anyone with a disability, such as those wheelchair bound, on crutches, or unable to use a step stool, to easily retrieve items high up, down low or out of reach. Pill-sized or book-sized items are now within easy reach.

According to Arcoa's CEO, Chet Warfel, "In 1982, Arcoa created the first rubber cup reaching tool, the EZ Reacher, especially to assist seniors. Today, millions use Arcoa reachers for thousands of uses."

The EZ Assist Reacher, available in three lengths 26", 30", and 32" accommodates all reaching needs. Durable, replaceable, non-slip rubber cups provide a unique gripping ability.

Hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, pharmacies and medical supply companies understand the value of helping patients help themselves with the EZ Assist Reacher. Healthcare workers and maintenance staff also find it a useful on-the-job tool.

The Reacher prevents strain by opening cabinets, drawers, and doors. It conveniently hangs off any standard doorknob, so it's always close at hand.

Seniors find it especially helpful with everyday household chores including: Reaching behind appliances, picking up missing socks or the remote control. Retrieving items like dishes, boxes or cans from high shelves, and picking up germ-laden items.

By eliminating bending, stooping, or stretching, the EZ Assist Reacher is easy on your knees and back, and easy to use. A long-sturdy aluminum frame easily reaches under a bed or sofa, or into a pantry, medicine cabinet or closet. A red pistol-grip handle makes it easy to find.

The Reacher is durable, lightweight and built to last. It's rust resistant and can go in the bath or shower; use it to remove litter from a pond, pool, spa or fountain. The lightweight shaft saves the pain of many backbreaking household chores and cuts cleaning time.

Arcoa created the very first rubber-cup reacher and other essential tools that simplify garden, home and work chores. Contact Arcoa at 800-748-5529 or visit www.arcoa.com.