For the past decade, September has been designated as World Alzheimer’s Month to raise awareness internationally of this devastating disease, with World Alzheimer's Day celebrated annually on September 21.

Why “Lower for Longer” is the driving principle behind the performance of an alternating pressure surface.

The Disposable loop turning sling is designed to be applied without having to log roll or move the patient and assists the caregiver with turning/rolling a patient in a supine position in bed. It is a patient specific product and should be used for a limited period only.

The Loop walking jacket is intended for assisted transfer and rehabilitation of patients/residents with limited ability to move. Gait training, rehabilitation, and ambulation activities can be performed with this sling.

The Amputee left leg clip sling is designed for residents/patients with left leg amputations above or below the knee or total hip. This sling is shaped to give additional support around the amputation site.

The Paediatric clip sling is suitable for everyday patient handling routines such as bed and chair related transfers and it is designed specifically for children with an additional buckle in the head area.

The Sara Flex seated transfer sling can provide additional support if required during transfer and supports the patient/resident if they were to sit or in case their standing ability reduces during the transfer.

The Amputee clip sling - hook and loop fastener is suitable for residents/patients with leg amputations above or below the knee. This sling is applied like a standard sling, without turning the patient onto their side.

The Loop bathing sling - unpadded legs is suitable for bathing and showering activities as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling.

The Amputee clip bathing in situ sling is suitable for bathing and showering residents/patients with bilateral leg amputations above the knee or total hip. It is designed with the ability to remain under the patient between transfers following clinical assessment.

IndiGo is the intuitive drive assistance that makes lighter transport available to any caregiver with just a touch – for safety and simplicity.

The Amputee clip in situ sling is suitable for residents/patients with bilateral leg amputations above the knee or total hip. It is designed with the ability to remain under the patient between transfers following clinical assessment.

The Loop walking sling is intended for assisted transfer and rehabilitation of patients/residents with limited ability to move. It is designed to support during standing, walking, and rehabilitation activities.

Like most of the United States, it seems that summer came early and with a vengeance. All states are experiencing excessively high temperatures, and the humidity has been extremely high. In my hometown of Jacksonville, the weather correspondents refer to the “humiditure”, what the air feels like with the high temperature and humidity combined.

The Sara Plus standing sling in conjunction with the lift supports the patient through active standing transfer and rehabilitation activities by enabling a single caregiver/therapist to facilitate.