Abstract: A rehabilitation and walking assisting assembly includes a pair of plates each having an upper edge, a lower edge, a first lateral ledge and a second lateral edge. The plates have an inner surface and an outer surface. A plurality of straps is attached to and extends between the pair of plates. A plurality of legs defines a first set of legs and a second set of legs. The first set of the legs is attached to the outer surface of one of the plates and the second set of legs is attached to the outer surface of the other one of the plates. Each of the legs includes a lower end terminating with a wheel. The plates are positionable on opposite sides of a torso of a person such that the legs assist the person while walking.

Abstract: The present invention provides improved container for storing and compacting trash and/or recyclables that includes a compartment for receiving trash and/or recyclables, a lid that covers the compartment when in the closed position, a compaction plate that is hingedly attached to the container at or near the opening for compacting trash or recyclables located in the compartment, and an attachment mechanism that detachably connects the compaction plate to the lid for storage when the user is not compacting the trash or recyclables.