Caring for someone with impaired mobility often means assisting with challenging and sometimes dangerous transfers—from bed to wheelchair, into the bathroom, or even in and out of cars. With the right tools, these everyday tasks can become safer, easier, and less stressful for both the patient and the caregiver.

Here’s how the right medical equipment can help in different situations:

Bathroom Transfers

The bathroom is one of the most common places for falls, especially for older adults. Transferring to and from the shower or toilet is tricky if someone can’t support their own weight.

• Freedom Aqua Patient Lift: Waterproof and designed for rolling into the shower or positioning over a toilet, this powered lift makes bathroom transfers safer and more efficient.

• Argo Electric Toilet Lift: Ideal for users who can walk but struggle with lowering or raising themselves from the toilet. This device provides the lift you need with the press of a button.

Prefer baths over showers? Consider:

• Bridge Bath System or the Soft Secure Rotating Bench: Safer alternatives to walk-in tubs, these systems help users get in and out of the tub without awkward movements.

Bed Transfers

Getting in and out of bed without the right support can lead to injury and frustration.

• Hoyer Advance: A gold-standard patient lift known for its durability and versatility. Always check the sling sizing chart to ensure safety and comfort.
• Hoyer Up: A sit-to-stand lift alternative that requires some user strength but avoids slings altogether. Similar products include the Ascend Go, and Span America F450T.
• Span America F500P: A premium alternative to the Hoyer Advance with similar functionality.

Car Transfers

Using a standard patient lift for car transfers doesn’t work well—but there’s a product made just for this task:

• Span America F35CT: This portable car transfer lift folds into your trunk and makes getting in and out of vehicles simple and safe.

Stair Transfers

Not everyone has access to an elevator or stair lift, but there’s another solution:

• Genesis Mobile Stair Lift: Operates like tank tracks, helping caregivers move loved ones up or down stairs. Watch the product video for a full demo.

Fall Recovery

Even with every precaution, falls can happen. If the person is unable to assist in getting up:

• Raizer II Mobile Chair Lift: Used by fire departments and assisted living facilities, this device lets one person lift another from the floor without strain.
• Bounce Back Fall Recovery Lift and HelpUp Fall Recovery Aid: Additional fall recovery options worth considering.

We're Here to Help

Aging is hard and caring for someone aging at home comes with challenges. At MedEquip Health, we’re here to help you find the safest and most effective products for your needs. Call us at 1-888-939-0002 to speak with one of our equipment specialists.