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23 Thoughtful Gifts for Disabled Adults That Are Sure to Be Appreciated

Many of these inventive products are from disabled-owned businesses.

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If someone you love is disabled — as one in four Americans are — and you're looking for a gift, consider these gift ideas for disabled adults, whether you're shopping for a birthday gift, a holiday gift, a wedding gift, or a just-because gift.

Obviously, just because a person is disabled doesn't mean you need to get them a disability-specific gift — you can get them a gift related to their hobbies or interests, as you would anyone in your life. But if you're feeling called to get them something that makes their life a little easier, we've got plenty of practical ideas here like adaptive clothing, unique kitchen devices, beauty and fashion products designed for those with mobility issues, and more. Every person's experience is different, but many of these gifts are created by people with disabilities, or have glowing reviews from people who are disabled. Several of these gifts would also be useful for people who have chronic illnesses, are recovering from an injury or accident, are in a care facility, or are neurodiverse. Plus, many of these gift ideas are from companies founded by disabled people.

Keep reading to see our recommendations for the best gifts for disabled adults.

This Cozy Gift for Adults With Disabilities

Pure Enrichment PureRelief™ XL Heating Pad

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Heating pads can provide relief for people with arthritis, endometriosis, certain injuries, and other muscular or circulatory disabilities. This one gets tons of glowing reviews from customers (including disabled customers) for being soft, versatile, and easy to use.

This Jewelry Gift for Adults With ADHD

Sterling Silver Fidget Ring

Sterling Silver Fidget Ring
This Jewelry Gift for Adults With ADHD

Sterling Silver Fidget Ring

Credit: Jacruces

This understated ring makes for a good fidget toy for adults. One reviewer shared, "From someone who has severe ADHD and anxiety - this ring is a game changer. This lil' ring has only been on my finger for a few days, but it's already like a security blanket and helps me stay in reality when my brain has too many tabs open."

This Adaptive Kitchen Tool

magicOpener Combo Opener

Combo Opener
This Adaptive Kitchen Tool

magicOpener Combo Opener

Credit: magic Opener

This adaptive tool makes it easier to open bottles of all sizes and pull-tab soup cans, which can be difficult for people with arthritis or other mobility challenges. "My friend has arthritis in her hands and her fingers so she cannot 'grip' or open stuff," shared one reviewer. "She has LOVED this gift and the fact that there are so many options for sizes of lids AND that it is magnetic so it sticks to her fridge." The company also makes a similar tool for opening jars.

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This Relaxation Set from a Disability-Led Business

Steeped - Trio of Pain-Relieving Soaks and Tea

Steeped - Trio of Pain-Relieving Soaks and Tea
This Relaxation Set from a Disability-Led Business

Steeped - Trio of Pain-Relieving Soaks and Tea

Credit: Somedays

This gift set from a disabled-owned business includes a set of infused bath salts, a clay bath product with magnesium, and raspberry herbal tea. Research suggests that hot baths can reduce inflammation, which can be soothing for people with certain kinds of arthritis or other muscular diseases. Besides, who doesn't love a hot bath and a cup of tea?

This Adaptive Tool That Helps Maintain Independence

Fanwer Button Hook and Zipper Pull

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Button Hook and Zipper Pull
This Adaptive Tool That Helps Maintain Independence

Fanwer Button Hook and Zipper Pull

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Another practical gift for recipients who might face challenges when it comes to buttons or zippers on their clothing is this affordable device. Several reviewers share that this tool has been handy for people with Parkinson's, arthritis, and nerve damage, as well as for people recovering from a stroke.

Funny T-Shirt for Deaf Person

Deafinitely Not Listening Deaf Pride T-Shirt

Deafinitely Not Listening Deaf Pride T-Shirt
Funny T-Shirt for Deaf Person

Deafinitely Not Listening Deaf Pride T-Shirt

Credit: Funny ASL Gifts For Deaf People

This funny gift is sure to be appreciated by your deaf or hard of hearing friend or family member with a wicked sense of humor.

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This Soft Weighted Blanket

Quility Weighted Blanket for Adults

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This Soft Weighted Blanket

Quility Weighted Blanket for Adults

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A nice weighted blanket is a good gift for anyone, but reviewers say this is especially soothing for people with a variety of disabilities. "I bought this for my disabled daughter who has severe muscle spasms. Although everyone is different and may have different results this blanket has decreased her leg spasms tremendously!" shared one reviewer.

These Unique Scissors

Mudder Loop Scissors

Loop Scissors
These Unique Scissors

Mudder Loop Scissors

Credit: Mudder

These unique adaptive scissors can help people who have limited mobility in their hands. According to reviewers, these are also useful for disabled children.

This Adaptive Beauty Tool

Lash Wrap

Lash Wrap
This Adaptive Beauty Tool

Lash Wrap

Credit: Guide Beauty

This mascara from Guide Beauty is easier for people with mobility issues to use, thanks to the grip applicator that steadies the hand while it's in use.

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This Stylish Bag With Inclusive Features

Samantha Bag

Samantha Bag
This Stylish Bag With Inclusive Features

Samantha Bag

Credit: Mia Tui

This faux leather bag from Mia Tui was designed with inclusivity in mind. All the zippers have easy-to-pull tabs and the placement of the D-rings on the bag make it possible for the bag to be clipped to a wheelchair or walker. You can buy the mobility clips separately via the website.

This High-Tech Gift for Adults With Disabilities

Amazon Echo Dot

Echo Dot
This High-Tech Gift for Adults With Disabilities

Amazon Echo Dot

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This might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to gifts for disabled adults, but it actually has several features that are useful for people with physical disabilities. They can use their voice to control everything from lights to TV to thermostats to timers.

This Thoughtful Beauty Gift for Disabled Adults

LED Lighted Travel Makeup Mirror

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Credit: Wobsion

A Reddit thread about gifts for disabled people included a response from someone who had recently lost the use of her right side following a car accident. She said that for someone who can't easily leave bed, a lighted makeup mirror and products like dry shampoo, headbands, deodorant, lip balms and other beauty essentials would be appreciated.

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This Disability Pride T-Shirt

Disability Pride Flag T-Shirt

Disability Pride Flag T-Shirt
This Disability Pride T-Shirt

Disability Pride Flag T-Shirt

Credit: Catumet LGBTQ Pride

This shirt lets them show off their disability pride. It comes in men's and women's ranging from XS to 3XL, along with youth sizes.

This Colorful Sticker

'Disability Rights Are Human Rights' Stickers

'Disability Rights Are Human Rights' Stickers
This Colorful Sticker

'Disability Rights Are Human Rights' Stickers

Credit: ROMITOP

This sticker truly says it all. Your recipient can put this on a water bottle, laptop case, wheelchair, or anything else.

These Trendy Slip-on Shoes

Allbirds Women's Tree Loungers

Women's Tree Loungers
These Trendy Slip-on Shoes

Allbirds Women's Tree Loungers

Credit: Allbirds

These sustainably-made shoes are easy to slip on and off, making them a great gift for people with limited mobility. They come in a wide variety of colors and reviewers love how comfortable they are.

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This Adaptive and Pretty Top

Women's Chest Port Access Shirt

Women's Chest Port Access Shirt
This Adaptive and Pretty Top

Women's Chest Port Access Shirt

Credit: Care and Wear

This elegant adaptive shirt has left and right zippers that provide access to chest ports. It comes in nine colors and reviewers say it's comfortable to wear and makes it easy to access the chest port when necessary.

These Innovative Jeans

No Limbits Adaptive Women's Dark Wash Wheelchair Pant

No Limbits Adaptive Women's Dark Wash Wheelchair Pant
These Innovative Jeans

No Limbits Adaptive Women's Dark Wash Wheelchair Pant

Credit: No Limbits

These pants from adaptive clothing brand No Limbits are designed with wheelchair users in mind. It has features like zippered thigh pockets, zippers and pulls that allow a person to get dressed while seated or lying down, and a soft waistband.

These Wheelchair Gloves Designed by Disabled People

Gloves for Life

Gloves for Life
These Wheelchair Gloves Designed by Disabled People

Gloves for Life

Credit: Gloves for Life

These unique gloves, which are designed to help quadriplegics and others with limited dexterity, come in a wide range of colors. The unique design, which was created by a mother-and-son team after he was injured, makes it more efficient and less strenuous to maneuver wheelchairs and perform other daily tasks.

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This Easy Gift for Disabled Adults

DoorDash Gift Card

DoorDash Gift Card
This Easy Gift for Disabled Adults

DoorDash Gift Card

Credit: DoorDash

Everyone appreciates the gift of a dinner they didn't have to cook. This is especially true if your recipient is newly disabled and dealing with a lot of changes. Depending on what services are available in their area, you might also consider gift cards to other delivery services or local restaurants that deliver.

This Gift for People With Ostomy Bags

Floral Stripe Elastic Ostomy Bag Cover

Floral Stripe Elastic Ostomy Bag Cover
This Gift for People With Ostomy Bags

Floral Stripe Elastic Ostomy Bag Cover

Credit: SpoonieThreads

If your recipient has an ostomy bag, they're sure to appreciate this stylish gift. It features an adjustable elastic stoma opening and comes in a variety of styles and patterns.

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Jamie Ballard
Contributing Writer

Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.

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