I am 67 yrs, old with COPD & AFIB, the elderly man is 91 with COPD & severe asthma & no upper or lower body strength & weighs about 200+ lbs. What do my wife & I do? We are worried about breaking bones in his arms & causing severe anxiety on his part? We are not able between the 2 of us to help him up.
The paramedics can get them up, and at the same time, observe them for injuries or dizziness. They do not always have to transport, only if they deem it necessary.
By the way, some communities have a "subscription" available for ambulance services where you pay an annual fee and have special treatment as a benefit. You might check into that and see if it's available in your area.
PLEASE don't try to get him up yourselves. If you do, one of these times someone's going to call the paramedics to help get THREE people off the floor.