From: Compression Medical Distributors, Inc.

The Bariatric Toilet Lift Now Available for Homecare, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Hospitals. 

The Dignity Lifts XL1 bariatric toilet lift is designed to help larger people use the toilet independently. The XL1 is a strong, sturdy, and durable toilet lift that can people as much as 650 lbs. This lift not only helps the user stay independent but also helps any caregivers lift the person off of the toilet. The XL1 Bariatric Toilet Lift helps you keep your dignity and prevents bathroom falls. Dignity Lifts are the smart way to remain in your home as long as possible. The XL1 is our highest capacity model.

The XL1 helps you get down to and up from the toilet easily. The XL1 Bariatric Toilet Lift gives you a slow and steady lift back to the upright position. It takes a brief 26 seconds for this lift to get you from fully seated to a standing position. A sturdy base and strong handles ensure you'll be able to do this without the need for a helper.

Top Features Include:

• 4 wide feet make it sturdy and stable
• Dual lifting actuators for strength and reliability
• Four parallel 4-bar linkages for strength and durability
• Easy to use wired remote
• Provides 9" of lift
• Works with 16"-18" tall toilet bowls (most home toilets)
• 650 lb. capacity
• Plugs into the wall.
• 30" Wide overall, with removable arms for added room.

Bathroom falls are especially dangerous because there are many hard surfaces. You need a safe, steady way to stand up. Toilet lifts won't leave you lightheaded. The Dignity Lifts XL1 is a steady, safe way to stand up or to help lift a patient up.

When is a good time to consider a dignity lift? One sign you will benefit from using our lift is when you start using a walker. The need to steady yourself when walking is an indication that you will probably also need assistance standing after using the toilet. You should also consider a dignity lift if you have trouble standing up from a seated position. Many customers buy a toilet lift when they are faced with the possibility of moving into assisted living. People we speak with want to stay in their homes. They don't want to move, so getting a lift to help them off the toilet makes sense.

Toilet Lifts Can Save You Money. We try to make our lifts as affordable as possible, and this is our most affordable model. It is also far more affordable than the alternatives. The average price for a room in Assisted Living in the USA is now over $4,000 a month, this doesn't include the cost of moving you in, cleaning up your old house, and selling everything. Another expensive alternative is full time care. Finally, even diapering is more expensive that purchasing a toilet lift.

The Dignity Lift XL1 works with most toilets. It will work with toilets that have bowl heights of 16 inches all the way up to 18 inch bowl heights. The lift adjusts with its adjustable feet.

The Dignity Lifts XL1 will likely fit in your bathroom. The lift has an overall width of 23 7/8" and a depth of 27". The toilet nook in houses is supposed to be at least 24" (per building code) so this lift fits in normal bathrooms. 

The Dignity Lifts XL1 will lift you. This bariatric lift has a weight limit of 650 pounds. It isn't easy to make a lift that will handle 650 pounds, so there are a few slight compromises. 

• The strongest toilet seat we could find can only handle a maximum 450 pounds. Users between 450-650 pounds can use the lift with the plastic seat removed and the patient sitting right on the painted metal platform.
• The distance between handles is 25", which is about 6 inches wider than most office chairs and our other lifts. If that is not wide enough, the arms can also be pivoted backward to get them out of your way. Finally, if you need more space, the arms can also be removed.

The XL1 will stand you up. The lift raises the back of the toilet seat 9 inches. Typically the lift begins at 18" and ends at 27" tall. 

Installing a Dignity Lift is easy. It is as simple as removing your current toilet seat and putting the Dignity Lift XL1 in its place. The XL1 is a little heavy, so you want to make sure the installer can lift 50 pounds, but once in place, it is extremely stable and secure. If you don't think you are able to install the lift yourself you should ask your plumber or other able bodied people to help install. We also offer installation videos (see below) so you or your handyman will have no trouble installing your toilet lift.

The XL1 plugs into the wall. Be sure the plug is on a GFI circuit (bathroom circuits require this to prevent electrical shocks). If you have a plug near your toilet, maybe one you use for a blow dryer or shaver, that will work. Do not run an extension cord from a different room to power your Dignity Lift. Outlets outside the bathroom are not safe for applications that are close to water.