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Has anyone seen these advertised. I swear I saw something like this on amazon. It actually helps the person seated get a little extra push to get up. Let me know if anyone uses one of these.
There is a product that I call the "liftchair for the toilet" that will lift a person 13" and tilt forward similar to a liftchair. It is made by Stand-Aid in Iowa. Not cheap but anything is a bargain if it keeps someone safe and at home. Even though I specialize in bed mobility products I keep track of innovative products that can help people. I attend national tradeshows and see new items- would be glad to offer suggestions for various problems. Also some of the typical items sold are junk- my sister-in-law bought the toilet seat with the aluminum armrests. I installed it and the arms were so wobbly I took it off immediately and got something of better quality.
I also do not have any idea about it. In fact, I also would like to know know any sorts of AD complied toilets, bathtubs, etc.etc. It is very hard for me to find reasonably priced and effective ones around here. Could anyone suggest?
I've tried a few toilet seats, but in our case a toilet safety frame with an elevated seat and four legs on the floor has worked best. Other options had trouble of being too wobbly. Some of the elevated toilet seats were so bad that I knew my parents would be thrown on the floor. If someone has enough strength in their arms, the 4-leg safety frames are pretty good. You can pick a good one up for $100 or a little more if you shop around. I can tell by looking at the pictures how strong they will be. I bought the same brand both times, but I don't remember what the brand name is.
I don't think you should try that on your own if you're not a big, strapping woman. You could use a gait belt to help you, but you'd have to understand how to use it.
When my dad fell near the end of his life, we'd just call 911 and the firemen (always cute) would come and get him up. I wrestled him up one time when he fell in the bathroom after taking a shower. Getting a wet, 200-lb naked 90 year old man up off the floor was interesting, but since I AM a big, strapping corn-fed Illinois woman, I got him up. :) But I'm in my 60s and in pretty good shape. I think you're better off putting a pillow under his head and calling 911.
Look for EZ Boost Toilet Seat on Amazon. I have no idea how they work, but they're not rated very well.
I have a raised toilet seat for my mom that has handles. It's much easier for her to get up from than from a regular low toilet seat. She also has a regular lift chair, but regularly forgets that she can get it to stand her up. Sigh.
I've seen them online, but know little about them and haven't come across them in a clients home. I think they are on the expensive side. Installing a commode riser and using grab bars made for the commode also help with standing up form the toilet. I would shop around for prices and styles; look at reviews and you can call the manufacture about their product.
This may be a different from toilet seat, but I am seriously looking for something to lift my husband from the floor/ground. Recently he has many times of dizzy spell and fell. He fell Last week, he could not stand up from the floor, and I hurt my back very bad while helping. Any idea?
Thank you for your suggestion, Blannie! I did call 911 several times before, and did get help. But the point is I have to be independent. I think some neighbors may not be happy for us living here. What I got so far from them were, I will help you when you move out", "Yes, we are interested in your property.", "When you don't need such and such - some valuable things - let us know.", "Why don't you move in our apartment (some Area Agency's stuff?", etc... I've never thought about people are so cold and indifferent.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
When my dad fell near the end of his life, we'd just call 911 and the firemen (always cute) would come and get him up. I wrestled him up one time when he fell in the bathroom after taking a shower. Getting a wet, 200-lb naked 90 year old man up off the floor was interesting, but since I AM a big, strapping corn-fed Illinois woman, I got him up. :) But I'm in my 60s and in pretty good shape. I think you're better off putting a pillow under his head and calling 911.
I have a raised toilet seat for my mom that has handles. It's much easier for her to get up from than from a regular low toilet seat. She also has a regular lift chair, but regularly forgets that she can get it to stand her up. Sigh.