Many seniors adjustment their living spaces to make it safer and more accessible. In the kitchen, modern appliances are designed with new features to help with daily life. If you’re interested in upgrading your elderly loved one’s appliances, here are a few of the best types to consider and why they’re appropriate.

3 Senior-Friendly Kitchen Appliances

1. Simple Microwaves

Shop for models with large dials that are simple to control and avoid devices with excessive buttons, settings, or instructions. Test the microwave to ensure it makes a loud noise when food has finished heating, to help seniors with diminished hearing.

2. Automatic Kettles & Stoves

Many seniors are forgetful or hard of hearing, so look for kettles with an automatic shut-off. This feature prevents the kettle from boiling over or melting down while allowing your elderly loved one to enjoy their daily cup of hot tea or bowl of oatmeal.

Standard stove ranges can be a fire hazard for forgetful seniors. Purchase a range with an automatic shut-off sensor. It will turn off if a person walks away from the stove. A senior-friendly stove range should also be equipped with a light to indicate when the stovetop is still hot.

3. Ergonomic Refrigerators

Seniors experiencing arthritis or carpal tunnel may have difficulty gripping certain types of handles. Shop for a refrigerator that’s outfitted with a long, one-piece handle for better accessibility. Be sure the inside shelving is an appropriate height so your elderly loved one doesn’t have to strain or reach for food, which can increase their risk loss of balance and falling.

When you’re in the looking for senior-friendly kitchen appliances, browse the wide selection at Pacific Appliance Group in Honolulu, HI. For over 20 years, their professional staff has worked with homeowners, contractors, and interior designers to select the best appliances while accommodating client’s space, needs, and lifestyle. Call (808) 841-3322 schedule a consultation with a specialist or send them a message online for a quote.