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When my elderly mother began to lose the ability to take care of herself, I immediately stepped forward to offer the spare room of my home. I knew going in that taking care of her would be a trying ordeal, but I recognized it as a family obligation. At first her presence in the house felt more like an extended vacation. My kids enjoyed playing cards with grandma after dinner, and my husband liked to have a short chat with her before he left for work each morning.
Then her condition took a turn for the worse and I had to look for some new supplies and equipment. I found some adjustable hospital beds online that would make life much easier for her. Toward the end, just getting in and out of bed became a tough task, and I also invested in a patient lift. By allowing her the freedom to control the bed, my mother felt a modicum of independence right up until the end. That meant so much to her and to me.
Safety for caregivers is crucial. A patient lift is used in the home or at medical facilities to help a patient rise or any function they may need:
Model 9700 Bariatric Lift • Electric Full Body Lift includes • 2 batteries • 3X sling • 1 battery charger • Safety padded hanger and beam • Non-arcing beam • Storage Saddle bags • Remote control • Battery Indicator • Swivel Hanger with safety latches • Weight Limit: 700 pounds
Many individuals that have limited mobility will need a patient lifter to help them move their legs or for them to lift their torso off of the bed. There are many companies that provide mobility equipment and with the new advances in technology the performance and type of equipment available will make movement easier then ever. Wheelchairs Abound is an up and coming leader in the area of providing Mobility Equipment.