I usually do a transfer in the morning when getting my mom out of bed. Im noticing she does have a weaker side and mainly user her right side to help me. When I do the transfer what is the best way to adjust? Thanks for helping me through the journey.
My mother was just admitted to hospice. I usually help transfer her in the mornings and evenings. I think I need to start using a gait belt. Where is the best place get a gait belt. Is this something hospice can provide?
Leanne is 100% correct. You can also find them at Walgreens on CVS but you may expect to pay a few dollars more.
I tried to use a full body sling for my mother, but her body began slipping through the hole as I lifted her. What are some thoughts to consider when I arrange her body on the sling? Any ideas to prevent her body from slipping?
Janet
As @leanne.chaloupka mentioned it would be helpful to have the sling type and a picture. Until then, just a general comment - One common mistake I see is using the wrong sling loops connected to the hoyer lift cradle. In general you want to connect the sling loops near the patients head and feet so that the feet are in a lower position. This will keep your mother in an a seated or upright position. I hope that helps. If not, I will monitor for a little more information.
You can also check out the Hoyer LIft vidoes on our video page. You may find something that helps you. https://www.upwardhealthcare.com/caregiver-videos
I am doing some minor transferring, mostly helping my mother in/out of chairs and out of bed. She uses a walker to get around the house. I know I can benefit from using a gait belt. She seems to resist using it. Any ideas for encouraging the use of a gait belt?
Thanks @leanne.chaloupka for the great information.