There is a range of equipment available to help maintain your independence and feel comfortable when in bed. From rails and risers to help you get in and out of bed to talking clocks and alarms there are a lot of options available to you.
Equipment can be privately purchased from a wide range of retailers both online and on the high street. If you feel that you need further information or advice, please contact William Merritt Centre for impartial and professional advice and assessment, or call Adult Social Care on 0113 222 4401 to make a referral for assessment with the Leeds Equipment Service.
Bed sensor
Bed sensors monitor occupancy and will automatically send an alarm call if unexpected activity is detected. The alarm is sent to the telecare response centre if you get out of bed and don’t return at a set time.
Watch this video and find out how a telecare alarm system can help you live safely and independently at home. Leeds Tele Care Service offer a range of tailored packages such as telecare alarm systems, 24-hour monitoring and emergency response.
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There are also private providers of these kinds of sensors. You can find and buy these services and products online by
- Searching bed sensor in your browser
- Viewing a list of telecare and alarm providers on the Leeds Directory
Bed sensors will detect when a person has left their bed. Depending on the circumstances, this may prevent them coming to harm.
Benefits
Can inform caregivers when people leave their bed.
Can reduce anxiety and provide reassurance for family carers
Things to Consider
The sensor will send an alert through regardless of the reason for leaving the bed – i.e. to go to the toilet. However, a delay can be set before the alarm will trigger