Straw clips: What device will hold a straw in place while drinking?
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What device will hold a straw in place while drinking?
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Products mentioned in our answer below are provided to inform you about the types of technologies available and have not been evaluated by CanAssist. They may or may not be appropriate for your particular situation. Some technologies and devices may require an in-person assessment. Speak with your health care provider for additional information and support.
Your father may be interested in knowing about straw clips or straw holders, which are small plastic devices that hold a straw securely against the side of a glass or cup. Below are some examples of such products:
- Strawberi Straw Holder by NRS (at SP Medical) is an award-winning straw holder that can securely attach any standard-sized straw onto the side of a cup, glass or bottle. This product costs about $5 (CDN), plus a shipping fee.
- Ark’s Straw Clips (at Ark Therapeutic Products) is designed to hold a straw securely to the cup. This product, which comes in a pack of 10, is available from a U.S. retailer and costs about $10 (USD), plus a shipping fee.
- Drinking Straw Holder Clip by SP Ableware-Maddak (at RehabMart.com) is a similar device to those mentioned above. This product aims to help those with limited grip to drink from a cup or glass without assistance. This product, which comes in two bags of six clips, is available through a U.S. retailer and costs about $50 to $75 (USD), plus a shipping fee.
Additionally, if preventing spills is important to your father, a reusable travel tumbler with a straw may be of interest. Here is a direct link to an example of such a product:
- Contigo Shake and Go Tumbler (at Amazon Canada) is a 20-ounce shatter-resistant tumbler with a leak-proof lid. This product, which is dishwasher safe, costs about $30 (CDN), plus a shipping fee.
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