Flatware: Fork
Product Overview
- Created to improve dexterity and control for patients in nursing homes or assisted living facilities
- Built-up black plastic handle allows for added control of the utensil
- Lightweight design makes the utensil easier to hold, allowing users to eat independently
- Makes mealtime easier by providing the user with added independence
- Durable, high quality stainless steel construction
- Quantity
- 1/Each
- Shipping Weight
- 1 lb.
- Length
- 9 1/4 Inches
- Color
- Silver
- Features
- Adaptive Utensil Dishwasher Safe
- Finish
- Mirrored
- Handle Color
- Black
- Handle Material
- Plastic
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Stainless Steel Type
- 18/8
- Type
- Adaptive Forks
- Weight
- Extra Heavy
Richardson Products Inc. 847102000152 Details
Allow for autonomy in your assisted living facility, nursing home, or hospital with this Richardson Products Inc. lightweight 9 1/4" adaptive fork. This 9 1/4" long fork is made with durable, high quality stainless steel. It is permanently attached to a black plastic handle that does not add any extra weight, making it easier to pick up and hold over the course of a meal. The handle's built-up construction with finger indentation is intended to help individuals living with Parkinson's, arthritis, hand tremors, or any other cause of poor grip strength securely hold the fork and maintain their grip when tremors or spasms do occur.
This fork boasts a mirror polished finish and is ideal for use when serving main entrees at your facility. Not only is this fork Richardson Products Inc. lightweight in design, it is also dishwasher safe up to 180 degrees Fahrenheit for added convenience. Plus, the end of the handle even has a hanging hole for efficient storage and drying when it is not in use! Easy to clean and ergonomic, this fork is made to improve dexterity and control while providing users with added independence, making mealtimes easier for both staff and residents.
Overall Dimensions:
Length: 9 1/4"
Because this item is not stocked in our warehouse, processing, transit times and stock availability will vary. If you need your items by a certain date, please contact us prior to placing your order. Expedited shipping availability may vary. We cannot guarantee that this item can be cancelled off of the order or returned once it is placed.
Customer questions about this product
What are the different weights for Flatware?
- Forged flatware is the thickest and strongest as it's made from a single piece of thick stainless steel and is extremely durable to withstand any commercial environment.
- Extra-heavy weight flatware is a premium grade and exudes a level of quality for finer establishments, feels sturdy, and is difficult to bend. It is made from either 18/0, 18/8, or 18/10 stainless steel.
- Heavy Weight Flatware is more durable than medium, and makes for a nice presentation for fast-casual or mid-level eateries.
- The lightest option is Medium Weight Flatware, also called economy weight, and is commonly sought after by the value-minded customer.
Dishwasher Safe
This item can safely be cleaned in a commercial dishwasher.