Tag: lumex

  • graham-field-iso-certification-h-eader

    GF Health Products, Inc. (“Graham-Field”) is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of medical products in the healthcare industry. Graham-Field offers a wide array of more than 50,000 items used in hospitals, extended care facilities, clinics, and for those being looked after at home. That’s why Graham-Field is proud to announce that the company has been assessed and…

  • aging with grace

    It’s a simple fact of aging gracefully.  While we all want to live healthy and fulfilling lives, with age we lose some of our reflexes, balance and the ability to recover quickly from an injury.  Part of living independently as we get older comes with getting more comfortable in asking for a hand from time…

  • aging with grace

    As the silver tsunami of Baby Boomers hits retirement age, more and more of them are aging in place without a significant other or children to assist with their needs or care. The Washington Post reports, “Indeed, 25 million men and women — a whopping one-third of all 75 million baby boomers turning 52 to 70…

  • Atlanta, Georgia, August 24, 2016, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Graham-Field® Introduces the Lumex Pro Battery-Powered Floor Lift GF Health Products, Inc. (“Graham-Field”) is proud to introduce the Lumex Pro Battery-Powered Floor Lift. Lumex floor lifts, designed to provide safer and more stable transfer of patients by caregivers, are very sturdy and easy to use. This innovative…

  • planning family getaway

    Just because you have a disability or you’re not as nimble as you once were doesn’t mean you have to be a prisoner in your own home! Traveling to visit family, especially grandkids, or a trip to an exciting new destination can be refreshing and a nice change of pace. Whether the trip is solo…

  • rollator vs walker

    Do you or a loved one need help walking safely? Accepting this can be difficult. Some may see having to use a mobility device as loss of independence, while others may feel more secure because their chances of falling are reduced. They feel more independent because they don’t have to rely on another person to help them get around,…

  • dialysis recliner

    Undergoing dialysis is often a painful, time-consuming, and uncomfortable procedure for the patient. For the caregiver, the challenges come in preparing a patient, cleaning a dialysis station, and caring for the patient while they are undergoing the procedure. Using a comfortable, adjustable recliner especially made for dialysis procedures can go a long way in helping both the…

  • Senior Status: The Rise of Self-Monitoring Among the Elderly at Home

    Most seniors don’t see aging as a crutch to bear. Instead, they are welcoming the next phase of their lives as informed, educated consumers. USA Today and insurance giant United Healthcare conducted a survey on this subject. The results show a positive and optimistic outlook on their golden years. Our aging seniors are more focused on…

  • patient lifts

    Need A Lift? Most days, you probably do if you work in an extended care facility or assisted living environment, especially if you are helping people with mobility issues to transfer or perform other motions. If that’s the case, you do need a lift, so  you don’t hurt them or yourself. According to the US Department of…

  • graham field made in america

    Summer is here, along with cookouts, festivals, and 4th of July celebrations. July is also a shocking reminder that the next round of Competitive Bidding will roll out right as the majority of us celebrate our Independence as small business owners and healthcare advocates. That’s why it’s more important, now than ever, to come together…