Category: Home Aids

The bedroom, and the most important item the bed, is supposed to be your haven. This is where you are comfortable and relaxed, and getting the restful sleep, that everyone needs to become reenergized for the coming day.

But for the infirm, and those with impaired mobility, the bed may become a problem. Shifting positions in bed, and getting in and out of bed, if you haven’t the strength, is challenging. You may need to rely on a caregiver to help with these activities, which is not what you want if you want to remain independent.

Many people with mobility impairments and disabilities are hampered by the fact that they need the bathroom in the middle of the night. They are worried that they will have to struggle to reach the bathroom, in pain, or even fall on the way.

For many who have mobility issues, they want to maintain their safety, independence, and dignity over everything and not have to rely on a caregiver or loved one for assistance when going to the toilet.

This is why a portable commode, whether in their bedroom or living room, can make going to the toilet easier and safer for those who are unable or may struggle to do so.

For many carers, the fear of having an elderly or infirm patient failing out of their bed, while they are not present, is a nightmare. They are looking for a secure way also, to get the person, who may have impaired mobility, in and out of bed. In these situations, this may prove to be a real challenge.

Falls can be dangerous, in particular for the elderly. This is why bed grab rails can be the answer to these problems and they can even help the user to be more independent without having to rely on a caregiver.

Carergivers, more than anyone, really need a good nights sleeps. If however, they are constantly worried at night that a senior who needs round the clock assistance, might get out of their bed, become disoriented, fall, or even wander off, this can become a terrible worry and lead to many restless nights.

A bed alarm can be the answer to many a carers concerns. These devices can assist in monitoring the patient remotely. This allows the caregiver to be notified once the patient attempts to get out of bed. With this device the carer is able to be active before a serious injury occurs.