Adaptive Equipment and Caregiving Corner (AE Corner), a client of the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for the Metro East at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville since March 2020, has mastered assisting seniors who struggle every day to care for themselves to remain as independent as possible. The owners, Cindy and Christiana, stated, “Illinois SBDC was the lighthouse amidst the storm of navigating as a business owner.”

Since its 2015 establishment, AECorner–an up-and-coming healthcare business–has expanded to be a leading competitor for home healthcare. Led by Cindy Hardin-Weiss (physical therapy) and Christina Hardin-Weiss (speech therapy), the company is increasing the usage of its services available while increasing its client base. For instance, AECorner has become well known on platforms like YouTube with an Adaptive Equipment and Caregiving Corner channel. They actively engage and assist clients with informational videos, offering advice mainly on mobility options and cognition/swallowing difficulties. 

 AECorner is located in O’Fallon, Illinois. their primary goal is “to be a trusted resource for individuals looking for information regarding adaptive equipment and how to use it safely to enhance seniors; ability to age in place.”

“We are here to enhance continuity of care from healthcare facility to home, increase client and caregiver safety during daily care, and improve and maintain the client’s optimal level of functional independence,” Christina said, “we are focused on providing a safe environment and enhancing seniors’ quality of life through skilled mobility training and caregiver education. We do so by addressing the issues and concerns of our patients while encouraging them to pursue what is meaningful to them.”

“Christina and Cindy are working hard to build a brand, help people live their best lives and share resources,” said SBDC Director Jo Ann Di Maggio May. “The SBDC and I are honored to be a small part of their business journey and share this fantastic story of perseverance about Adaptive Equipment Corner.” The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for the Metro East at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville would love to congratulate the entire Adaptive Equipment Corner team on their ribbon cutting on November 19, 2021. We look forward to supporting them as they continue their growth.” 

Contact Adaptive Equipment Corner at 618-206-8401. For more information, visit adaptiveequipmentcorner.com or schedule a zoom appointment with Cindy & Christina.