Reaching High Things

Dear Chrisheena,

You asked me a great question! Reaching items from my kitchen cabinets or even at the store when I go shopping is a daily challenge that most people don't think about. In my kitchen I am unable to reach the cabinets. I keep a shelf in the corner of my kitchen that carries necessary food items. This shelf is on the ground and about three feet high. I have a second shelf that holds my plates, bowls, and cups. In this manner, I can be independent and make myself food when I'm home alone.

In my kitchen cabinets I keep extra supplies or items that I cannot cook by myself. My husband or attendants will help me to reach these things when I need them.

When I am shopping, store employees are helpful and assist me to reach things on the top shelves. If I cannot find a worker, there are usually shoppers nearby in the store that I ask for help. Most people are very nice and will help me.