Gripo Pole and Accessories: Support for Safer Transfers at Home

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Does not require permanent fixings, making it suitable as an interim solution or during rehabilitation.
• Suitable for rented or housing association properties where permanent fixtures may not be an option.
• Can reduce the need for carer support during transfers, thereby promoting independence.
• Supports users weighing up to 210kg, providing a sturdy and reliable support solution.
• Can be adjusted to fit rooms between 210 and 300cm in height using the foot control to adjust the tension.

Cons:

• The pole must be installed by a competent person before it can be used.

Accessories

Bed Hoist

The addition of the bed hoist attachment enables the pole to be used next to the bed and offers a bed-handle-style approach, making repositioning and moving in bed easy and simple to complete independently. It can be set at any appropriate height to suit your needs.

Collapsible Seat

The collapsible fold-away seat has a weight capacity of 110kg and offers a safe and reliable place to perch and rest while completing tasks such as showering or getting dressed. This seat can help you with managing your fatigue levels and increase your independence at home.

Circular 360-degree grip

The 360-degree grip offers a rotational anti-slip surface to hold onto, which increases your stability and support when completing transfers such as getting out of the shower, walking around corners or navigating confined spaces.

Multi-grip support handle

The multi-grip can be lifted and rotated to any required position; however, it must be lifted manually to change position. It can assist with your safety and confidence, providing a reliable handle to support tasks such as dressing or standing up from the toilet.

Case Study

Mr S was experiencing difficulty transferring on and off the toilet, as there were no suitable support rails available. As he was living in a rented property, permanent fixtures could not be installed.

A Gripo Pole with a support handle was identified as a suitable solution and positioned next to the toilet to provide a stable point of support. This helped Mr S to transfer on and off the toilet in a safer and more controlled way.

The solution also gave Mr S greater confidence when using the bathroom and reduced his concerns about falling or needing assistance from family members.