Jesse Brown VA in Chicago recently made a significant investment in the comfort and safety of their Veteran patients by purchasing new wheelchairs. These new wheelchairs are designed to better meet the needs of Veterans with mobility issues and will have a positive impact on their overall medical care experience.
The decision to purchase new wheelchairs came after careful consideration of the needs of the Veteran patient population at Jesse Brown VA. Many Veterans who receive care at the medical center have mobility issues due to injuries sustained during their service and require the use of a wheelchair to navigate the hospital’s facilities.
According to transportation supervisor Kevin Jones, “We continue to strive to provide quality care to our mobility challenged Veterans. These new wheelchairs will provide those with mobility issues with an advantage instead of a disadvantage.”
Adjustability prevents pressure sores and discomfort
One of the key features of the new wheelchairs is their adjustability. The chairs can be customized to fit each individual patient’s needs, providing a more comfortable and supportive seating experience. This is particularly important for patients who may spend extended periods of time in a wheelchair as it can help prevent pressure sores and other discomforts associated with sitting for long periods of time.
In addition to being more comfortable, the new wheelchairs are also designed with safety in mind. They feature improved brakes and stability, which will reduce the risk of falls and other accidents that can occur when using a wheelchair. This is especially important for older Veterans.
A sanitation program has been established to maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the new chairs. According to Rayvon Bufkin, Veteran experience officer, “We have established a program internally to ensure the chairs are cleaned and sanitized for the Veterans after usage.”
The purchase of these new wheelchairs is just one example of the commitment that Jesse Brown VA has made to providing high-quality care to Veteran patients. An additional 50 wheelchairs will be delivered by the end of the year. By investing in the latest technology and equipment, the medical center is able to provide the best possible care to those who have served our country.
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what is the purpose of having the chairs if you dont have escorts to take you there and bring you back
I sanitize and work on these chairs. Technically speaking they are not wheelchairs; they are transport chairs. Unless the patient has leg mobility they can not move themselves. They are totally dependent on others to push them. Being made of a hard material a patient left in one for a long time is going to be sore. They are a great product when used for transporting a patient but not for leaving a individual in it for an extended time.