Barrabill House was a recipient of a ‘Princess Chair’ for acute and aged care.
Rotary President, Mark Dossor was delighted to view and present the chair to nurse unit manager Jatinder Kaur at Seymour Health’s Barrabill House recently.
During a tour of the facility, Jatinder explained that investing in a high-quality chair for the acute and aged was a worthwhile and valuable use of resources for both patients and caregivers.
The benefits these chairs offer are many, including an increased measure of safety for caregivers, greater mobility for individuals and the potential for better leg circulation.
Increased safety for caregivers
Caregivers who serve individuals in home settings and in institutions can appreciate the mobility provided by acute and aged care chairs.
Patients can be pushed with ease while the caregiver avoids having to push a bulky wheelchair or attempt to lift the individuals into a separate chair.
With the advanced innovation the chairs provide, adult patients can lie down as well as sit up when the need requires, eliminating the transfer from a chair to a bed.
Greater mobility
When someone lives in chronic pain or has difficulty with movement, the convenience of a mobile tilt recliner can offer a range of benefits.
The unique design of this furniture allows for the user to lay back with ease without having to strain.
Unique arm and headrests provide accommodation for exams and procedures, and a variety of styles and materials keeps patients comfortable while they enjoy the chair that is most appropriate for their specific need.
Better circulation
A body that stays in the same position for an extended amount of time is at risk for poor circulation and blood clots, in addition to other issues.
Innovative acute and aged care chairs are specially designed to allow for individuals to raise their legs and even lay back, which can decrease the risk of poor blood flow to the legs and feet.
It also allows physicians to lay patients back for ease of exam.
This chair is Australian made and designed to provide residents with maximum comfort and the opportunity to be wheeled around to develop some mobility, enjoy meals and social activities.
For further information about the Rotary Club of Seymour, visit rotary-site.org/seymour
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