Wheelchair accessories 101: wheelchair cup holders

The able-bodied take a lot for granted, including the ability to sip on a beverage whilst going about their daily business.

Whether it’s coffee or water, there are many times during any given day when a drink would be fantastic. For someone in a wheelchair, the simple act of taking a drink while moving around can prove near impossible, unless they have a great wheelchair cup holder that is!

Luckily, the simple addition of an inexpensive accessory can make this a real possibility for anyone in a wheelchair. Even better, many of the cup holders designed for wheelchair use will also work with mobility scooters and even with rolling walking frames!

Wheelchair cup holders: buying only the best

Buying a wheelchair cup holder is easy thanks to the internet; you even have access to a wide selection of cup holders, perfect to suit any type of wheelchair user. For the most part, these cup holders are inexpensive and easy to attach by means of a clip or Velcro straps or a similar device.

With so many innovative designs on the market, it’s a shame not to explore some of the options. After all, they cost very little and will add a great deal of comfort to any drink consumed on the go.

Some of the better cup holders on the market today include features like:

- Thermal functions: Keeping your drink warm or cold is easy thanks to cup holders that provide thermal insulation.
- Drinking aids: Anyone with a disability that includes their upper body, or even disabled people who push their wheelchairs manually, can benefit from one of the clever cup holder designs that position the cup close to the mouth along with a flexible straw. Again, these are inexpensive and provide a great deal of comfort to any disabled person on the go.
- Folding cup holders: There are a few cup holders on the market that fold away completely, making for less clutter around the wheelchair as well as providing a sturdy drink holder.

Wheelchair cup holders make a thoughtful gift for a disabled loved one, particularly if the drink holder has a few of the many fantastic extra features available. Whether it’s for you or a loved one, you really can’t go wrong with a quality cup holder for your wheelchair.