What are they, where do you get and how much do they cost?

Thanks guys.

Not a lift as in a stair lift, but I have a stair climbing wheelchair, it was barely used and now sits in the basement on the charger. If you think it could be of use to you contact me.

Oh wow, that is a really nice offer.

I should of been a little more descriptive on what I was asking about. A chair something that sits in the chair that assists someone getting on their feet. Thanks.

I have one of those also but I still use it. I bought it for my Dad, when he passed I brought it home.
I found it very useful after I had both my knees replaced, it would have been hell if I didn't have it..
I think I bought it on Amazon and didn't pay that much for it, maybe around $450.

La-Z-Boy makes some.

I just bought a new recliner for my wife. It will lift you to a standing position. You can find them at any furniture store , $800 on up depending ...

Amazon has them.
Bought 2 of them recently. I don't the lift part as yet but my old recliner frame gave way so I needed a replacement. Wife thought buying the lift type made sense as it getting a bit harder for me to get up and I might need it in the future.
I think Lazy-Boy makes them also but might be a bit expensive.
Prices vary.

Golden Lift Chair is a very solid brand that makes products exclusively for people needing assistance getting up or getting around. These chairs are not cheap, but they do last a long time. I bought one for my dad in 2008 and my mom still uses it daily. In fact she stopped sleeping in a bed many years ago and gets a good night sleep using it laid out almost flat. To date, there has been no maintenance needed on this chair. All I've done is replace the batteries (which are used to bring the chair to an upright/standing position in case there's an electrical failure when someone's in it). It has survived three moves and still works fine.

She returned the favor in 2021 and bought me one before I went through my ACDF surgery. It was invaluable during my recovery, and although I am fully healed and mobile, I still use it to take an afternoon nap because it's just so comfortable.

Golden Lift Chairs have the FDA designation as a Class II medical device designed to assist people with chronic physical disablements. If you're buying a lift chair for someone who actually needs it, I suggest you check the other brands to see if they have this accreditation before buying one. Golden chairs are usually found in medical/mobility device stores, and there's a "Where to Buy" link on the home page.

How much assistance do they need? We looked at that, most were super expensive for what my dad needs to get out of the chair.

Took some 2 by 4's to raise the chair up so his legs were in a better position and we raised the back of the recliner slightly.

It was enough to let him stand up again out of that chair. Point is if they can stand up but need a hand or have difficulty, a little lift might do the job.

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Originally posted by HRK:

How much assistance do they need? We looked at that, most were super expensive for what my dad needs to get out of the chair.

Medicare will kick in for the lift portion of the chair cost, typically around $300 with traditional Medicare.

Medicare (DIS)Advantage varies with the plan.

When I was incarcerated in the rehab facility recovering from surgery for implanting support rods in hip and femur, I was not able to get out of bed, onto my walker, without assistance, but I had no problem getting between the lift chair and the walker.

Thanks guys for the help. She is definitely in need. Walker full time and fall prone. Cannot get up without assistance. So this is needed. I appreciate the advice.

Lazy boy has them, they usually have one on sale for around $800.

They have high list prices but there is almost always at least one on sale.

I have my fathers, I think I will eventually need to use it.

My best friend needed one while undergoing chemo, she had no problem finding one and it was about $700.00.

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by HRK:

How much assistance do they need? We looked at that, most were super expensive for what my dad needs to get out of the chair.

Medicare will kick in for the lift portion of the chair cost, typically around $300 with traditional Medicare.

Medicare (DIS)Advantage varies with the plan.

When I was incarcerated in the rehab facility recovering from surgery for implanting support rods in hip and femur, I was not able to get out of bed, onto my walker, without assistance, but I had no problem getting between the lift chair and the walker.

Heres a decent link to the requirements

A Decent Link

Think we'll have to look into that, he's on the disAdvantage plan with Humana, need to see what they offer in that area...

Thought it might help to post the rules/requirements for Medicare according to Google, pretty good synopsis of what you have to do to qualify.

Medicare covers the motorized lifting mechanism of a lift chair as Durable Medical Equipment (DME) under Part B, typically covering 80% of the cost after the deductible is met, provided it is deemed medically necessary by a doctor. The chair's upholstery and frame are not covered. A doctor's prescription and a Certificate of Medical Necessity are required.


Medicare Lift Chair Requirements:

Medical Necessity: You must have severe arthritis of the hip/knee or a severe neuromuscular disease that makes standing impossible without help.

Functional Limitations: You must be unable to stand up from a regular armchair or, if you can, the chair is necessary to prevent confinement to bed/chair.

Mobility: Once standing, you must be able to walk independently or with a walker/cane.

Documentation: A doctor must provide a prescription and a CMS-849 Certificate of Medical Necessity.

Supplier: The chair must be bought from a Medicare-enrolled supplier.

Cost Information:

What Medicare Covers: The motor mechanism (approx. $240–$300, or 80% of the allowed cost).

What You Pay: The remaining 20% of the mechanism cost + 100% of the cost for the chair itself (upholstery, frame).

Total Out-of-Pocket: Often amounts to several hundred dollars depending on the chair model.

Medicare does not cover lift chairs if you are currently in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, it will cover the lift mechanism, but you should check with them for specific, and often more generous, coverage rules.

Flexsteel.

Make sure you get one the right size. My mom just got a new one a few months ago. She picked it out in the store, when we got it delivered, her feet dangled when sitting in it.
And make sure that they don't "plop" into the chair, When they get up, leave the chair elevated. They can hurt themselves, and the chair, and it will sometimes disconnect the cables under the chair.

There are these types of lift chairs.
We found to be $850- $1,800.00,
Depending on the number of accessories.

Then there are lift machines that get people too and from the wheel chair or too and from the tub, toilet or bed. More like a davit affair.


We spoke to actual users prior to purchasing.
Some chairs have great fabric, wonderful padding that lasts years, some have great mechanical features.
Some manufacturers offer weight ratings.
These chairs are heavy most little old people won't be able to move them.

A lot of places sell these chairs but only a few want anything to do with you ,after the purchase , be aware ,ask questions about after care.


Highly recommend a chair cover to protect it.
Amazon has them.

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Originally posted by Tailhook 84:
Golden Lift Chair is a very solid brand that makes products exclusively for people needing assistance getting up or getting around. These chairs are not cheap, but they do last a long time. I bought one for my dad in 2008 and my mom still uses it daily. In fact she stopped sleeping in a bed many years ago and gets a good night sleep using it laid out almost flat. To date, there has been no maintenance needed on this chair. All I've done is replace the batteries (which are used to bring the chair to an upright/standing position in case there's an electrical failure when someone's in it). It has survived three moves and still works fine.

She returned the favor in 2021 and bought me one before I went through my ACDF surgery. It was invaluable during my recovery, and although I am fully healed and mobile, I still use it to take an afternoon nap because it's just so comfortable.

Golden Lift Chairs have the FDA designation as a Class II medical device designed to assist people with chronic physical disablements. If you're buying a lift chair for someone who actually needs it, I suggest you check the other brands to see if they have this accreditation before buying one. Golden chairs are usually found in medical/mobility device stores, and there's a "Where to Buy" link on the home page.

This is what I bought for mom. Sized for her height etc. very nice chair.