Electric bed

snoopdogg

Hi does anyone know if or how you find out if you qualify for a electric bed from NHS.. 
I receive pip high rate daily living and low mobility. 
I have had a wet room done and extra stair rails ect but I struggle getting out of bed. 
Any advice please. Cheers

Chloe_Alumni

Hi @snoopdogg and welcome to the community! This is something you would have to contact social services about and request a home assessment by an Occupational Therapist. I believe there is no set criteria and would just be based on your individual needs. I have had one and it was a major help to me!

snoopdogg

Cheers can I just ask was yours a single or double and do you think they do doubles. 

Ami2301

Hi @snoopdogg welcome to the community! @Chloe_Scope is right, you need to contact social services or your GP and ask to be referred for an assessment by an Occupational Therapist. I have an electric bed because it's easier to support my back.

Chloe_Alumni

Mine was a single @snoopdogg but double beds are available if this is deemed suitable for your needs

Adrian_Scope

Welcome to the community @snoopdogg. Please let us know how you get on.

GeorgiaVine

Hello and welcome @snoopdogg as a student Occupational Therapist @Chloe_Tear and @Ami2301 are absolutely right! I wish you the best of luck with it!

snoopdogg

Thank you all very mu h il keep u updated on how I get on. I carnt lash the wife in the spare room although at times I'd like to ? ? ? 
Cheers all xxx

Adrian_Scope

Hello @snoopdogg, have you made any progress?