Project ThisAbles

ThisAbles project

ThisAbles is a joint project of Ikea-Israel, Milbat organization and Access Israel organization.

In the framework of the project, a team of Milbat product designers and occupational therapists developed a variety of special devices and add-ons that enable people with disabilities to use and enjoy Ikea products.
All the special devices that Milbat has developed for this project can be prepared with a 3D printer!

We are happy to provide free of charge the files and diagrams of these devices.
In order to enable us to continue develop assistive devices that will help more people with disabilities enjoy a better quality of life – we ask you to take part in this amazing endeavor by donating to Milbat.

If these special devices and add-ons items are not exactly what one needs, Milbat’s product designers and occupational therapists will be happy to help:

  • To adapt the item or its measures to suit a person’s specific need.
  • To custom develop a new special assistive device or an add-on to suit a person’s specific need.

We invite you to learn more about the project ThisAbles.
To contact Milbat’s professional staff click here.
For info on where one can print using a 3D  printer. click here.
To enable Milbat non-profit organization to continue help people with disabilities, donate to Milbat

To view ThisAbles catalogue and download the files and diagrams:

GLASS BUMPER

GLASS BUMPER

A panel that protects glass doors in case of collision.
More info and download

POP UP HANDLE

POP UP HANDLE

A handle enabling door opening using the forearm or entire hand, without requiring the use of the palm
More info and download

INSIDER

INSIDER

3 fasteners connected to the mirror and allowing to see the content of the higher cells from a low perspective.
More info and download

CURTAIN GRIPPER

CURTAIN GRIPPER

A rigid handle that makes it easier to move a bathroom curtain.
More info and download

COUCH LIFT

COUCH LIFT

A couch lift for sitting down and getting up more easily.
More info and download

FINGER BRUSH

FINGER BRUSH

A device that enables holding drawing and painting tools for people who have difficulty controlling their fingers.
More info and download

EASY HANDLE

EASY HANDLE

A handle for opening the door with the forearm or the whole hand. The handle comes in two versions: for opening with the right or left hand, based on the user’s disability.
More info and download

CANE BY ME

CANE BY ME

A pack used to place the walking stick next to the bed so that it is always available and easy to use.
More info and download

MEGA SWITCH

MEGA SWITCH

An oversized switch that allows the lamp to be turned on and off without the need for precise use of the fingers.
More info and download

STUFF READER

STUFF READER

A device to which a sticker can be connected for a scanning pen which reads aloud the content of the cell for people with impaired vision. 
More info and download

SPOT-ON SHELF

SPOT-ON SHELF

Clear marking of the boundaries of the compartment cells for people with visual impairment.
More info and download

FRIENDLY ZIPPER

FRIENDLY ZIPPER

Rings that are attached to a zipper handle and facilitate the grip and usage.
More info and download

SNAP CUP

SNAP CUP

Device that enable people with mobility difficulties to keep a glass close at hand.
More info and download

BAG HANDLER

BAG HANDLER

Makes holding the bag by its handles so much easier.
More info and download

CAN VAS

CAN VAS

enables attaching a cup holding chalks or paint brushes to the easel.
More info and download

EASY PULLER

EASY PULLER

Access handle to assist in opening drawers.
More info and download

FRIENDLY STRAW

FRIENDLY STRAW

Assists in stabilizing the straw and preventing it from moving inside the cup.
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GRIP HANDLE

GRIP HANDLE

Increases the handle size. This enables children to grasp flatware, painting brushes – a dual usage device.
More info and download

HERO CHAIR

HERO CHAIR

A toy that promotes emotional identification.
More info and download

HUGGY CHAIR

HUGGY CHAIR

Supports the sides of a child’s chair.
More info and download

PEN HOLDER

PEN HOLDER

Allows fixing the mouth stick while working on the computer.
More info and download

STOP STRING

STOP STRING

enables children to open the drawer easily and comfortably.
More info and download

TALL TABLE

TALL TABLE

Table riser. Makes the table high enough to be convenient for people in wheelchairs.
More info and download

TAP-ON

TAP-ON

Enables reaching the tap comfortably
More info and download

HUGGY CHAIR – CUP HOLDER

HUGGY CHAIR – CUP HOLDER

Objects stand. A great place to put small objects.
More info and download