Helpful Aids

 
 

Helpful Items/Supplies to have handy 

 

  • Hospital bed/air mattress (Hospice will usually supply this)

  • Walker (One available on www.gbmneveralone.com from a donation)

  • Wheelchair

  • Shower chair (I have one available from a donation)

  • Ramp for outside stairs

  • Baby monitor or Wyze Cameras

  • Toilet chair or bedside commode

  • Small fridge for bedroom

  • Bedside bar that goes between the mattress and box spring (to help sit up)

  • Bars in shower with suction cups (If they can be installed permanent it is better)

  • Slide sheet/patient positioner (Available in our store)

  • Baby monitor for caretaker to be able to call for help in the room – Alexa Dot is also a wonderful idea – Can even call people in case of emergency

  • Air freshener

  • Bleach wipes for surfaces

  • Sippy cups – with handles are best

  • “Thick-it” (Available in our store) slightly thickens liquid to reduce choking

  • Long handled shoe horn

  • Hoyer lift (Hospice will usually provide this)

  • Weighted Silverware