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Most Frequent Environmental Barriers to Caregiving
| Barriera | Example |
|---|---|
| Lack of hand support | No grab bar in shower |
| Characteristics of transfer surface | Low height of chair |
| Malfunctioning or lack of adaptive equipment | Lack of alert system |
| Weight of items | Heaviness of wheelchair |
| Steps | High number of steps |
| Lack of signals or cues in the environment | No reminder alarm to complete activity |
Listed in order of frequency.
