Mobility Assistance

WALKING

• Assist resident to sit on edge of bed.
• Support for 10 to 15 seconds, check for dizziness.
• Assist resident to put shoes or slippers.
• Assist resident to stand on count of three.
• Allow resident to gain balance. 6. Stand to side and slightly behind resident.

ASSIST WITH WALKER

• Assist resident to sit on edge of bed.
• Support for 10 to 15 seconds, check for dizziness.
• Assist resident to put shoes or slippers.
• Place walker in front of resident.
• Brace leg of walker with your foot and place your hand on top of walker.
• Assist resident to stand on count of three.
• Stand to side and slightly behind resident.
• Have resident move the walker forward 6 to 10 inches then step up to walker.