Best Tote Bag
Features and Specifications
Pros
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Outstanding user ratings
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Fits most walker sizes
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Interior organization and keyring loop
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Secure clip attachments prevent bag from falling off
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Budget-friendly
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Available in four colors/patterns for personalized feel
Cons
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Does not fit some bariatric walkers
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Hard to unzip while hanging with heavy items
The RMS Water Resistant Tote Bag is excellent for seniors who like the idea of walker tote bags or totes for rolling walkers, but need a secure attachment. We love this tote for those who want adjustable, secure clips rather than Velcro straps. If you need to carry a more substantial item such as an oxygen tank and don’t want to worry about the straps of your bag coming undone, this is a fantastic option.
This tote bag has a zippered front pocket and convenient organization for cards, ID, and keys inside the main pouch. The adjustable straps make it a nearly universal walker or rollator tote bag. Additionally, it comes in four colors/patterns. So, you can decide if you want something more fun or more neutral. The fabric is also water-resistant and cleans like a breeze.
Our Verdict
With fun patterns to select from, secure clip attachments and interior organization, this is our favorite tote bag.
Best Carry Bag
Vive Rollator Bag – Universal Travel Tote for Carrying Accessories on Wheelchair, Rolling Walkers & Transport Chairs
Features and Specifications
Pros
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Waterproof fabric in case of spills
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Padded shoulder strap adds comfort
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Four smaller pockets in front keep you organized
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Three color/pattern options for personalization
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Lightweight for less upper-body lifting
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Comes with 60-day guarantee
Cons
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Hangs low on some walkers and rollators
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Hangs low on some walkers and rollators
The Vive Rollator Bag is ideal for strapping on the front bar of your rolling walker and then taking it off to carry like a handbag or carry bag if you so choose. The structured design of this bag offers an easy to organize form for books, tablets, water bottles, tanks, and more. This is more ideal for elderly who want a rolling walker bag that they can also remove frequently to carry.
The black version has a sleek, professional look, while the two patterned options offer a vibrant style choice. The shoulder strap has light padding for comfort. This bag is designed a bit more for smaller or flatter items rather than large, bulkier supplies. So, we like this carry bag for those with a bit more mobility and less need for any larger equipment to haul around.
Our Verdict
We love the padded shoulder strap of this bag for both walker or purse type of use.
Best For Rolling Walkers
Pembrook Wheelchair Side Bag with Pouches – Wheelchair Bag & Walker Bag
Features and Specifications
Pros
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Less swinging with shorter straps
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Prevent accidents with reflective strips
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Expandable to fits books or magazines
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Stay organized with five pockets
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Easy to open with large loops on zippers
Cons
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Cost a bit more than other options
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No return policy
The Pembrook Wheelchair Side Bag is a model with a slim design and five pockets for organization. This bag fits most wheelchairs, standard walkers, rolling walkers, and scooters. We like the zipper closure main pouch and the privacy and organization of the various pockets.
The shorter Velcro straps (as opposed to a long-hanging shoulder strap) make this ideal for the movement of walkers and rollators. They’re designed to fit around most front lumbar support bars on rolling walkers. These shorter straps will prevent excessive swinging of the bag as you move.
We love the reflective strips on this bag, also. They are visible up to 100 meters during the night, which could make this an especially fantastic bag for elderly with dementia or Alzheimer’s or who might run the risk of getting confused at night if they’re outside. Even for seniors with perfectly healthy minds, the reflective strip is a nice feature if you’re not able to move out of the way of a car quickly.
Our Verdict
The reflective strip makes this ideal for elderly who might use outdoors at night, and the shorter straps are designed for rollators.
What to Look for in Baskets, Carry Bags, or Tote Bags for Walkers
Function and the items you need to carry with you will play a big part in deciding on a bag or basket for your walker or rolling walker. Naturally, everyone wants a quality-made item. However, some of these bags are designed for things such as books or magazines, where others can carry bulkier items.
Items That You Need With You
One of the initial things you need to consider in deciding on baskets for walkers, bags for walkers, or carry bags is what you will bring with you. Elderly who need to move bulkier items such as oxygen, for example, will need either a large tote with more secure straps or a basket so they can check oxygen levels at a glance.
If you’re a senior who only needs a few small things, such as a book and a pill bottle, one of the slimmer bags might be easier to deal with. If you don’t want to shuffle through a bag to struggle to find something, and only have a few items, we recommend considering the Drive Medical Basket.
Type Of Walker
Your style of a walker and its measurements will be crucial in deciding on the right bag or basket for you, also. Wide or bariatric walkers will need longer straps or attachments, such as on the Vive Rollator Bag.
If you have a standard, non-rolling walker, however, a more secure basket or shorter straps will likely be better. Think about the movement of each step or lift of your walker, and considering long straps causing the bag to swing. This would become an issue for some individuals.
Privacy
If you have medications, credit cards, or cash that you’ll be stowing in your rollator or walker bag, you probably want more privacy like a tote affords. A basket can be excellent for moving things around and grabbing them quickly. However, if keeping your belongings out of sight from others is essential, you may want to skip past basket style and get a bag.
Medical Needs
If you or someone you’re caring for has specific conditions that increase the risk of losing consciousness, a bag with a medical alert pouch like the P & F Walker Bag is undoubtedly worth considering. If you’ve experienced a distressing situation of being outside at night, or your loved one has done so and gotten confused, we like the reflective strips on a model like the Pembrook Wheelchair Side Bag.
Summary
A walker bag or walker basket can be a huge convenience in mobility for the elderly. Adding ease to moving around can increase your motivation for getting up and about, which is generally positive for your body and slowing the aging process. So, evaluate what you need to carry, your own medical conditions (if any), and then pair the best option with your specific walker size and style. If you’ve never used a walker tote or basket before, you’ll be pleasantly surprised how much handiness they can bring to everyday life.
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