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Bed - Manually adjusted

Line Item Description

This support item is classified as Assistive Technology (AT) within the NDIS, specifically for providing a manually adjusted bed. This category includes beds designed to be adjusted by a person (e.g., a support worker or family member) using mechanisms such as winding handles or levers, rather than electrical power.

Key Features and Benefits:

Adjustable Positioning: The bed features manual adjustment of the height, head section (backrest), and/or foot section. This allows the participant to be placed in positions that are necessary for comfort, specific medical or respiratory needs, and activities such as reading or eating in bed.

Carer Support: The manual height adjustment facilitates safe and comfortable working heights for carers or support workers, reducing the risk of manual handling injuries during transfers, personal care, or clinical procedures.

Safety and Independence: While manually operated, these beds are a key piece of equipment for NDIS participants with reduced mobility, enabling better positioning and often working in conjunction with other transfer aids to improve the safety and ease of getting in and out of bed.

This support is essential for participants whose disability requires the use of a modified bed to meet their daily personal care and complex positioning needs. The recommendation for this item should be based on a functional assessment by a relevant professional.