Try using a grabber to reach high objects. Use a pizza cutter instead of a knife to cut food. Avoid clothes with small buttons or zippers in the back. Consider using a cane or walker to take pressure off weight-bearing joints. There are many other creative ways to compensate for an arthritic joint.
Some retail stores carry handy devices that make everyday tasks easier.
For other resources, contact the Arthritis Foundation or your local hospital's occupational therapy department. Other patients can help. If you feel like you are alone in your experience and would like to talk with other patients, consider joining a support group. Group members can provide emotional support and share practical coping strategies. To locate groups in your area, contact the Arthritis Foundation.