Developed in conjunction with Occupational Therapists, AAT’s new Universal Seating System means just one system simplifies stairclimber prescription and re-issue.
It adjusts quickly and easily to safely support clients with the top-selling S-Max Sella stairclimber, whatever their requirements, initially AND as they change over time. It improves safety on stairs for users young and old.
The System features a core range of four sizes of back panel with adjustable lateral, hip and head supports and harnessing and two sizes of seat. The seat depth is also adjustable, meaning the client has appropriate and comfortable support whether child or adult, and, from the carer’s perspective, constancy for the stairclimber’s centre of gravity and balance point.
This flexibility means almost any user from infant to adult up to 100kg/ 15st can be safe and supported on stairways without the need to prescribe and purchase/fund numerous different accessories for each person.
It also enhances the equipment’s ability to adapt to the client as their needs change without funding of additional accessories.
The adjustability of the System extends the stairclimber’s already proven ability to be re-issued/re-prescribed to another client.
Further, because it is quick-release design, the Universal Seating System can be easily removed and the stairclimber folded compactly down and away when not in use. This frees often limited space within the home for daily living and occupations. It leaves the stairway unrestricted for the other members of the household.
The Class 1 Medical Device certified Sella is Britain’s top-selling stairclimber. The German-engineered machine is itself adjustable- handle height and climb speed- to suit individual operator preference. It is light weight so easy to manoeuvre, not just up and down the stairs but onwards throughout the home with no need to transfer from the Sella.
The Sella can be used on almost any staircase, without need for installation. With the number of Sellas already sold to local authorities (almost every Council in the country has at least one), OTs have a practical, fast and cost-effective way to manage the risk of stairs.
"The Universal Seating System/Sella combination is transforming prescription of stairway access already,” says Peter Wingrave, AAT Director.
"It’s great for OT’s: it means they can manage the risk of stairs for almost anyone with mobility issues- fast: the kit falls within Equipment Stores’ ambit so no need for the delay of DFG funding. It’s portable, so no need for installation. Its flexibility means that it’s quick and easy to re-prescribe to another user. Plus, our nationwide team will support the OT in assessing the client, carer and environment, and train the carer(s) to ensure the set-up is correct for all involved.
"It’s great for the users: it makes staircases safe for the client. It’s easy for the carer to use. And it folds away when not in use.”
To arrange a free assessment, contact AAT via LiveChat on the website www.aatgb.com, fill in the form on the website: https://www.aatgb.com/s-max-sella/
email sales@aatgb.com or telephone 01978 821875.
Helping people after they have fallen is being given a new, safer solution- for everyone involved in the post fall pathway.
We've launched Indeelift, a mobile platform “people picker upper” https://www.aatgb.com/indeelift/ aka fall recovery system.
The rechargeable battery-powered lift eliminates all the problems trying to get a conventional hoist with sling or inflatable cushions system into place.
Based around a steel platform, the Indeelift is simply slid into position for it to lift, gently and smoothly, the fallen person from floor to standing.
The lift’s design coupled with integrated rise assist handles and safety belts optimise stability during the process. A range of versions enable even morbidly obese (up to 250kg/39st) to be lifted to their feet safely and with dignity.
"Each care home experiences an average of at least three falls/month(1). The Care Inspectorate advises as good practice the use of lifting equipment to optimise the safety of residents when they have fallen, in appropriate circumstances(2), as part of the post fall pathway procedure.
"On average, 1/4m people are hospitalised as a result of a fall at home every year (Age UK).
"“Indeelift brings a new, dignified approach to that safe transfer. It is probably the least invasive recovery solution, and offers the least possible risk, for the fallen person- and care staff.”
Peter Wingrave, AAT Director
Find out more, and book your free, no obligations assessment here: https://www.aatgb.com/indeelift/.
Yet, there is already equipment available that could avoid the move. Further, there would be no requirement for adaptation, with all the associated cost/structural disruption.
The equipment is a mobility stairclimber- a powered, seated climbing device that is steered and controlled by the care-giver to safely transfer the person with reduced mobility up and down stairs and steps.
The variety of designs available means there is an option to suit every person- young to elderly- and every configuration of stairs, including turns, narrow flights, half-landings, spirals (https://www.aatgb.com/mobility-stairclimbers/).
So, whether a staircase in the home or couple of steps down from door to street, the person- whether adult or child- can continue to live in their home, and, importantly, still access their wider community.
You can even go away on holiday without having to book specialist accommodation.
When not in use, the stairclimber folds compactly away.
AAT stairclimbers have an impeccable safety record.
They can be used by the most petite care-giver, and move bariatrics.
“We continuously hear about the lack of accessible housing, and people having to leave their homes because they can no longer manage the stairs.
"A stairclimber can, in appropriate circumstances, enable people to live as normal in their homes, without the spatial limitation, impact on family life, cost, structural alterations inevitable with alternatives (a stairlift, through-floor lift).
“It’s a no-brainer. It not only prevents someone who becomes physically disabled having to leave their home. It opens the door to the hundreds of thousands of empty/ perceived inaccessible homes being put to use.”
Peter Wingrave, AAT Director
Our stairclimbers can be privately purchased, or funded through the local social services.
We are unique in offering nationwide support, including assessment of the potential users (ourselves or in support of an Occupational Therapist), full prescription of an appropriate stairclimber solutions, care-giver training, and servicing.
We can further deliver a full supply and management service for housing providers, including hire and purchase options.
