An apparatus that is configured to assist a helper to move a seated person from a first, seated position to a second, standing position, includes a lifting/assisting device, the lifting/assisting device being comprised of: a rigid elongated member, the elongated member having a longitudinal axis, a first proximal end and a second distal end, the first proximal end being adapted for being positioned on a floor; an offset section, the offset section being offset from the longitudinal axis a distance X and being located along the elongated member between the first proximal end and the second distal end; and, a lateral grasping member for the person, the grasping member being positioned distally of the offset section; a second offset member, the second offset member being of a dimension to approximately match the first offset section; and, a grab member positioned distally of the second offset member for use by the helper.

A device to assist a person to rise from a seated position comprising a pair of vertical laterally spaced frame members, in which each frame members has an elongated sloped handrail extending along the top of the frame members, whereby the hand rails provide hand gripping regions to assist a user from an initial seated position to rise by pulling on a lower region of the handrail, while reacting with foot on a floor member, and further provides progressively higher gripping regions for support while standing and walking.

An assistive apparatus is disclosed that solves the problem of conventional toilet seats lacking proper support for individuals and safety assistance. The assistive apparatus provides a rotatable grab bar assisting users in getting up or sitting on a toilet. Also, the grab bar can be attached with a foldaway handle which allows user to pull themselves up easily.

A method and apparatus for assisting persons from a lying position to a sitting position comprises a mechanical support support board for supporting a body of the person while lying in bed. An extension of the support board reaches away from the bed to accommodate the legs and thighs of the person. The support board is pivoted and tilted upwards in order to move the person from a lying position to an upright and sitting position. The support board assists caregivers with lifting a patient in and out of bed while minimizing both risk of injury to the caregiver and physical and emotional discomfort to the patient.

A device to assist a person to rise from a seated position comprising a pair of vertical laterally spaced frame members, in which each frame members has an elongated sloped handrail extending along the top of the frame members, whereby the hand rails provide hand gripping regions to assist a user from an initial seated position to rise by pulling on a lower region of the handrail, while reacting with foot on a floor member, and further provides progressively higher gripping regions for support while standing and walking.

A portable frame apparatus and associated methods of use are disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame. The frame includes a first support member, a second support member, and at least one connecting member. The connecting member is configured to be coupled to the first support member at a first end of the connecting member and to the second support member at a second end of the connecting member. The first support member, the second support member and the connecting member form a rigid structure that provides support to a user of the portable frame apparatus.

A support belt assists caretaker in moving an ambulatory-impaired person. A strap has a plurality of attachment fixtures such as grommets that are longitudinally spaced and has a buckle for engaging the strap around a torso of an individual. The connector is engageable between a selected two of the attachment fixtures to draw one portion of the strap to closely encircle the ambulatory-impaired person and to form another portion of the strap into a grasping loop. A second support belt can be attached to the strap by two or more belt connector in order to double the portion of the torso encircled or to support buttocks or thigh of the ambulatory-impaired person.

A patient repositioning device includes an upper body support and a lower body support which are generally planar and laterally spaced from one another by a spacing element. A handle can rotate in the plane of the supports, enabling a care giver to rotate a patient form a sitting to a lying position and then to roll the patient onto their back. Another embodiment provides a patient cradle for cradling a patient from a reclining to a sitting position and vice versa.

An ambulatory assistance system that facilitates independent sit to stand exercise for use in homes and therapy centers that can have a minimal structural impact. The optional parallel bars can be hinged allowing movement relative to horizontal. The parallel bars can be secured in a horizontal position and the optional securing mechanism can be remotely released. The support frame system at least partially surrounds the individual and allows the individual to turn up to 360 while in the support frame system. In some embodiments, the support frame system is collapsible and includes one or more wheels, casters, leveling casters, or other structures configured to facilitate easier movement of the system from one location to another.

A portable frame apparatus and associated methods of use are disclosed. The apparatus includes a frame. The frame includes a first support member, a second support member, and at least one connecting member. The connecting member is configured to be coupled to the first support member at a first end of the connecting member and to the second support member at a second end of the connecting member. The first support member, the second support member and the connecting member form a rigid structure that provides support to a user of the portable frame apparatus.