My husband, except for being able (sometimes) to pull himself up on his walker to a wobbly stand. We've engaged the services of our local Provide-a-Ride with a wheelchair lift and finally made it to the doctor's, but once again, after sitting in the wheelchair for about 4 hours (we waited an hour for the van to come back to pick him up), he was unable to get up out of the chair and we had to call our son for help. Does anyone know of a device we can purchase that would raise him up like a regular lift chair/recliner would? I am hesitant to call 911 each time we go out, especially since it's not a medical emergency. Also, to bring a home health aide, even if we had one, wouldn't be worth their time. Perhaps a solid, high, chair pad? Any suggestions? Thanks.
There are lift devices that are potable and do not require electricity, Upeasy Booster Lift is one I found on youtube after a quick search, but I have seen others.
I don't have any information about the other devices you mentioned. They may help, but, would be an additional expense that may or may not be covered. Also, I'd be concerned with lifting him up, yet his legs still be weak and him sliding to the floor, due to not being able to support his weight if the device lifts him too high.
-march in place while holding the counter or walker... put a chair behind him in case he gets tired
-then squats while holding on to supports... only an inch or two down and up
-lift the knees high in a marching step while walking slowly ... you may want to follow with the wheelchair
There were other seated exercises too. It is surprising how helpful even a few reps every day can be!
Is there a chance that your husband will recover his leg strength so that he can transfer easily? Can he stay at a rehab facility while he undergoes testing and recovery?
Have you inquired from his insurance if they will cover the transporting? Does he qualify for Medicaid? I'd explore all options. While I'm sure that others may want to help you, I hesitate to ask people to help lift people or anything really, because, if they injure themselves and can't work, I'll feel it was on me. To me, that is for people who are employed to do that job, get paid for it and are covered by insurance if something goes wrong.