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The importance of a great bath chair. A good bath chair provides a safe and comfortable place for bathing. No more slipping in the tub. Bath and tub chairs are perfect for both children and adults and may come with a shower trolley that adds the flexibility to use the chair in both the tub and shower.

 

Do not let incontinence keep you home! The "Right" Supplies make the difference!

Managing incontinence is essential to quality of life for not only the individual with the challenge but also the family providing supportive care.

Molly, age 19, was injured in an automobile accident resulting in a head and spinal cord injury.   Since Molly returned home from the rehabilitation hospital, her mother, Susan, has been waking up to the prospect a very wet bed.  In addition, after too many “accidents”, the family decided to limit outings which Molly could enjoy activities outside her home. A solution was needed!

Working with Adapted Specialties, Susan tested different brands and sizes of incontinent briefs with high absorbency for night time and “away from home” use.     Also, a washable, waterproof fabric reuseable underpad was selected to protect Molly’s mattress, home furnishings and for that extra confidence when they travel that comes with reliable incontinence supplies.  Not only have they found the “Right” products, Adaptive Specialties’ easy replenishment program delivers supplies to their door every month.

Molly now wakes up in a dry bed on most mornings.  Susan is comforted knowing in the event of a leak, she has the fabric pads to protect linens or chairs.
Molly has resumed going on outings and is enjoying the socialization opportunities. 

Molly’s (and her primary caregiver’s) quality of life has been significantly improved with the “Right” supplies. 

 

Adaptive beds designed for home decor. You do not need to bring the hospital home with you!

There is no doubt good rest and quality of life are directly related.  For an individual living with physical disability, the ability to rest and sleep in comfort is integral to their overall health.  The bed is one of the most important pieces of equipment that will make a difference.

Tony, age 28, a professional diver, suffered an anoxic brain injury while working in the shipyard.  The accident resulted in profound disability including significant spasticity and functional loss in the movement and strength of his legs and arms.  Following intensive rehabilitation, Tony returned to his family home and receives care from his mother and extended family.

Tony’s original bed was a semi-electric, institutional hospital bed.  It was a single bed with a standard mattress and no extended length.  The head and foot of the bed raised and lowered, however, the bed itself did not raise and lower.  There were metal side rails and a plastic head and foot board.  This was a standard issue hospital bed.

Tony’s mother noted that it was very difficult for Tony to transfer from bed to standing because of the height of the bed.  The bed was too short to accommodate Tony’s 6’2” height and his feet were often found between the mattress and footboard resulting in pressure on his skin that could result in skin breakdown.   In addition, the bed was two small for Tony’s 5 year old son to climb in and cuddle with his father.   Other family members indicated that it was difficult to hug and be physically close to Tony because of his need for a walker, wheelchair, and supportive chair when he was out of bed.  Tony and his family were also in the process of adjusting to this new version of “normal”.  Tony was no longer ill, but yet he needs an adapted environment to maximize his quality of life and functional abilities.  Tony and his family moved to a new home and it was the desire of all that his bedroom look like a home and not a nursing facility.

With the help of Adapted Specialties, Tony purchased a full powered hospital bed and mattress in a Queen size with extended length.  The foot and head of the bed raised and lowered.  The entire bed raises and lowers.   With careful measuring and coordination, the bed was also compatible with a “sleigh bed”  style head and foot board in natural wood which was consistent with the other furnishings in the Tony’s master bedroom suite.  

Tony’s families share that Tony’s transfers from bed to standing or to his wheelchair are much easier.   The mattress accommodates his entire height.   Family members can lie beside Tony and watch TV, read to him or just share human touch.  Tony is home.