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Inventory, Adult
St. Louis HELP's inventory is entirely donated, meaning we cannot guarantee that we have any of these items at any given time. We do accept these items.
Equipment Name | Photo | Description | Instructions for use |
|---|---|---|---|
Bed Rail | A bed rail helps you safely get in and out of bed and provides support while repositioning. It can be especially helpful if you feel weak or unsteady during transfers. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Bedside / Overbed Table | An overbed table provides a convenient surface for eating, reading, or other activities while in bed or seated. It helps you stay comfortable and independent throughout the day. | Attach the rail securely to the bed. Use it to help roll or sit up. Do not pull too hard. Make sure it does not move before using it. | |
Bedside Commode | A bedside commode is used when getting to the bathroom is difficult or unsafe. It allows you to use the restroom nearby, reducing fall risk and making daily routines easier. | Adjust the height so it fits over your bed or chair. Roll it close to you. Lock the wheels if available before placing items on it. | |
Bicycle Pedaler | A bicycle pedaler is used to help improve circulation and maintain leg strength while seated. It can be a simple way to stay active at home. | Place the commode on a flat surface. Make sure it does not move. Back up until you feel the seat behind your legs. Reach back for the armrests and slowly sit down. | |
Cane | A cane helps improve balance and stability while walking. It is useful if you have mild weakness or feel slightly unsteady, giving you more confidence with each step. | Place the pedaler on the floor in front of a chair. Sit down and place your feet on the pedals. Start pedaling slowly. Stop if you feel pain or dizziness. | |
Crutches (pair) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Hold the cane in your stronger hand. Move the cane forward with your weaker leg. Then step forward with your stronger leg. Keep the cane close to your body. | |
Cushions | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Place crutches under your arms and hold the handles. Step forward with the crutches and your injured leg. Then step through with your stronger leg. Keep weight off your armpits. | |
Gait Trainer (adult) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Geriatric Chair | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Hospital Bed (Invacare) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Hoyer Lift - Electric | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Hoyer Lift - Manual | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Ice Therapy Machine | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Incontinence Products (case) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Knee Scooter | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Lift Chair | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Lift Sling | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Peddler | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Raised Toilet Seat | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Reacher / Grabber | A reacher allows you to grab items without bending or stretching. It is helpful if you have limited mobility or are recovering from surgery and need to avoid certain movements. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
ROHO Cushion | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Hold the handle and squeeze the trigger to open the grabber. Place it around the item. Release the trigger to grip the item. Lift slowly and keep it close to your body. | |
Rollator | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Shoe Horn (long) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Shower Chair / Bench | This item is used to improve safety while bathing or showering. It provides support and stability, helping reduce the risk of slipping and making personal hygiene safer and more comfortable. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Shower Stool | This item is used to improve safety while bathing or showering. It provides support and stability, helping reduce the risk of slipping and making personal hygiene safer and more comfortable. | Place the chair in the tub or shower on a flat surface. Sit down before turning on the water. Use grab bars or a wall for support when sitting and standing. | |
Slide Board | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Trapeze | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Tub Transfer Bench | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Walker | A walker provides extra support while walking, helping you keep your balance and move more safely around your home. It is especially helpful if you feel unsteady on your feet or are recovering from an injury or surgery. | Sit on the outside edge of the bench. Lift your legs over the tub wall one at a time. Slide across the bench into the tub. Keep one hand on the bench for support. | |
Wheelchair - Manual | A wheelchair is used to help you move around when walking long distances or at all is difficult. It allows you to stay mobile and participate in daily activities with greater independence. | Lift or slide the walker forward a short distance. Step into the walker one foot at a time. Keep all legs of the walker on the ground before stepping again. | |
Wheelchair - Transfer | A wheelchair is used to help you move around when walking long distances or at all is difficult. It allows you to stay mobile and participate in daily activities with greater independence. | Lock the wheels before sitting or standing. Use the armrests to help lower yourself down. Keep your feet on the footrests when moving. Unlock wheels only when ready to roll. | |
Wound Care Supplies (basic kit) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Lock the wheels before sitting or standing. Use the armrests to help lower yourself down. Keep your feet on the footrests when moving. Unlock wheels only when ready to roll. | |
Grab bar (non-suction, wall-mounted) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Tub safety bar (non-suction, clamp-on) | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Sit-to-stand electric | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Sit-to-stand manual | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. | |
Toilet safety rail/frame | This equipment is designed to help you safely complete daily activities at home. It can be especially useful if you have difficulty with strength, balance, or mobility, helping you stay independent and reduce your risk of injury. | Make sure the equipment is set up on a flat, stable surface. Use slow and steady movements. Have someone nearby the first time you use it if possible. |
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