Elderly people sometimes need specialty wheelchairs for the elderly. If you are looking for a wheelchair for your elderly parent, or grandparent, you need a wheelchair that can be easy to use indoors and in getting out of the house. Wheelchairs for the elderly can make visiting outside the home or a road trip safer and easier.
Wheelchairs that are made for the elderly are typically light in weight and are very easy to use. Chairs for the elderly are usually foldable, which means that they are not rigid. If they are foldable, it is because an elder user may need higher ease of foldability and storage. Wheelchairs come in many different styles and shapes.
Wheelchair users and assistance for elderly passengers?
Light manual wheelchairs are the most popular type of chairs available today. They can range in weight from 12 pounds to 45 pounds. Ultra light wheelchairs are the lightest type of wheelchairs you can buy.Heavy duty or bariatric wheelchairs are the type that can weigh up to 45 pounds. Most of these wheelchairs are foldable which can be helpful for travel.Customwheelchairs are sometimes necessary for users with particular health conditions or mobility limitations. For example, a person who has had a heart attack may not be able to self-propel, in this type of case caregivers are necessary for optimal daily life.If you need a customized wheelchair, be prepared to pay a hefty price since they are tailored to your needs and body type, the price matches the need for this type of chair.
How to Pick a Wheelchair for an Elderly Parent should primarily depend on how the equipment will be used, and the particular limitations of the user. Some users must use battery powered chairs because of mobility limitations.Power wheelchairs are battery powered and can be controlled by the use of a control pad or joystick featured on the arm or frame of the chair.Some users prefer to own 2 different types of wheelchairs, one is used for indoors and getting around the house. This type of wheelchair would be a manual wheelchair to be used indoors.The other wheelchair would be used for outdoor trips and travel, a user may decide to go with a power wheelchair, or a transport manual wheelchair. Depending on the condition of the user, they may also require a shower wheelchair for health purposes.
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Review by Elizabeth F. on 10 May 2022review stating Mom’s favorite!
I needed a chair that I could take with us, but wasn’t too heavy to lift into the car. This was perfect. When I am pushing, the hand brakes are great. Mom ordered a second chair for in the home. She gets around in it far better than her large wheelchair. Mom is soon to be 96 y/o.
Review by Irene A. on 23 Nov 2021review stating A life changer!
At 98 my formerly active mother’s knee collapsed. She started off in a transport wheelchair while we figured out what to do. After reading about the types of ultralight wheelchairs, a local medical supply recommended Karmen. I was able to speak with their customer service, who helped me narrow the chair down to the S Ergo 115. It’s lightweight, ve...Read MoreRead more about At 98 my formerly active mother’s knee
ry maneuverable and because it comes in a 16 inch, it can get through narrow doorways. We haven’t put the foot supports on, which allows Mom to use her feet as well as her arms to move around the house. She is thrilled with her new mobility, the only problem we’re having is getting her to slow down! Cost wise, the price was $200 less than a similar model at a local wheelchair store. We purchased directly from the factory and the transaction in the delivery could not have been smoother. Thank you for this life-changing product! Read LessRead less about At 98 my formerly active mother’s knee
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Irene A. on 23 Nov 2021
Store Owner
23/11/21
Hello Irene,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It is wonderful to hear how the chair has impacted your lives in such positive ways. Your mother sounds like an amazing person. Our team here wishes you and your mother the brightest of days ahead!
Review by Sandra M. on 30 Apr 2025review stating Durable but heavy
Wheelchair is heavy to push and to lift into my car. But it’s perfect for my husband who is 210 lbs. i ordered a foam cushion seat to use with the wheelchair but find that the 3” height is way too much for this chair.
Review by RICHARD J. on 21 Apr 2025review stating Western Pennsylvania
Lightweight. Very easy to use and control transporting my wife. Should have purchased the Ergo Flight before a rollator. Same dimensions but much more versatile and comfortable. Don't hesitate to buy.
Review by Patricia S. on 11 Apr 2025review stating Independence regained!
Great ultra lightweight wheelchair that has returned my independence to me! I can easily put it in my car myself without assistance and can now go wherever I want whenever I want! After 4 months of relying on others to get me places I am now able to be free to go the places I could before and do the things I am used to doing on my own!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It is wonderful to hear how the chair has impacted your lives in such positive ways. Your mother sounds like an amazing person. Our team here wishes you and your mother the brightest of days ahead!