Wound Care Prevention for Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF/IID) in California

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Prevent and treat pressure ulcers
Reduce strain on staff with motorized lift

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Why SideLyer matters to the intellectually and developmentally disabled

Such individuals frequently experience significant mobility limitations that necessitate frequent repositioning, pressure relief, and opportunities for meaningful social interaction.

Who benefits from a SideLyer in California?

  • Individuals with intellectual or developmental disability

  • Intermediate care facility clients

  • Medical group home residents

  • Residents requiring frequent repositioning

  • Individuals at risk for pressure ulcers or contractures

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Proven Pressure Ulcer Prevention for Immobile Residents

Those with limited mobility are more susceptible to pressure injuries, since continuous pressure can diminish blood flow to susceptible areas. With SideLyer, intermediate care facilities and medical group homes can:

  • Help reduce the risk of pressure ulcers by more than 10 times

  • Lower staff injury claim costs by up to 28%

  • Encourage healthy venous return to improve circulation

  • Help minimize swelling in the legs and sacral area

  • Provide better access and visibility for skin assessments and wound care

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Explore Features of the SideLyer Comfort & Dignity

Comfort, Dignity and Socialization for Residents

SideLyer’s smooth, controlled movements allow caregivers to reposition residents without compromising their comfort and dignity:

  • Motorized head-to-toe positioning supports safer feeding, medication administration, and therapy sessions.

  • Right or left tilting provides easier access for wound care, personal hygiene, dressing, and resident transfers.

  • Vertical elevation brings residents to eye level, encouraging better communication and more meaningful social interaction.

  • Helps residents participate safely in everyday activities while supporting caregivers in delivering efficient, compassionate care.

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Safe Handling and Injury Reduction for Your Care Staff

Manual patient turning and repositioning is one of the top causes of back and shoulder injury for caregivers in residential care settings. Motorized repositioning offers a safer, more efficient care environment through:

Motorized repositioning enables:

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  • Easier and more consistent resident turning schedules

  • Safer resident handling during everyday care

  • Fewer manual lifting tasks, helping reduce physical strain on staff

  • Up to a 28% reduction in caregiver injury claims

  • Lower staff absenteeism and turnover related to workplace injuries

The SideLyer helps keep your care team safe, while improving comfort, safety and quality of life for residents.

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Client Success - Ann Storck
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Key features include

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Detachable Safety Strap

Designed to accommodate G-tubes and other medical lines while keeping the patient secure during all positioning modes.

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Electric Vertical Lift System

Provides smooth vertical elevation, angled positioning, and rotational adjustment — all controlled with a simple touch.

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Detachable Tray

Securely mounts to the frame to support devices, activities, or treatment materials while remaining easy to remove when not in use.

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Three-Layer Memory Foam Mattress

Features a supportive core, pressure-relief middle layer, gel memory foam top, and a high-performance, cleanable outer cover for maximum comfort and durability.

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Rolling Caster Wheels

Allow effortless movement throughout the facility, even in tight or busy clinical environments.

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Integrated Shock Absorbers

Enable smooth transport over thresholds and uneven flooring, protecting patient comfort and device stability.

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Detachable IV Pole Attachment

Provides convenient management of fluids, medications, or feeding systems without additional equipment clutter.

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Optional Frame-Mounted Resting Rail

A secure rail that slots directly into the frame to provide added support and safety when the patient intends to rest or sleep in the SideLyer.

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Advanced Movement and Therapeutic Angling

With the touch of a button, caregivers can quietly and smoothly lift, angle, or tilt the patient into the appropriate therapeutic position for greater comfort and clinical support.

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Advanced Movement and Therapeutic Angling

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Base Configuration

Provides a neutral, stable lying position for general therapy, assessments, and safe patient positioning.

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Lifted Position

Raises the entire platform vertically to support safer positioning at caregiver eye level, improving access for care activities and patient interaction.

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3

Head-to-Toe Angling

Tilts the body along the longitudinal axis to elevate the chest for respiratory therapy or reverse-angle positioning for improved circulation and edema management.

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Rotational Adjustment

Enables right or left lateral tilt for weight shifting, pressure relief, and balance or trunk-control training without manual repositioning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we get started with SideLyer? +
Getting started is easy. Your ICF/IID facility can schedule a virtual demo with our team to see SideLyer in action and learn how it can support your residents and staff. During the session you’ll get to ask questions, see what the system can do and explore how it might fit into your care setting. Following the demonstration, your facility may qualify for a 90-day free trial to assess SideLyer functionality in daily care.
Is SideLyer covered by insurance? +
Yes, in many cases. Insurance available to those who qualify. If you have insurance coverage, the retail price is $11,000, if you pay out of pocket and don’t have insurance, the retail price is $6,900. Our team would be happy to review coverage options available, check eligibility, and help you understand what to expect in terms of cost based on your specific circumstances.
Can our facility in California rent SideLyer instead of purchasing it? +
Yes. Facilities that do not want to purchase SideLyer have the option to rent instead. The rental price is $550 a month, with a minimum rental term of 13 months. This is a flexible option for organizations considering their equipment needs over the long term.
How can SideLyer help reduce the risk of bed sores? +
Pressure injuries are caused by prolonged pressure on the body that cuts off blood circulation to that part of the body. SideLyer reduces this risk with safe motorized repositioning that redistributes pressure and improves circulation. Studies have found that SideLyer patients have up to 10 times fewer bed sores, which helps to minimize painful skin breakdown and prolonged recovery times.
Why do 93% of healthcare professionals recommend SideLyer for patients at high risk of bed sores? +
SideLyer is liked by healthcare professionals because it is easy to reposition and requires less physical effort by caregivers. The motorized positioning system glides smoothly without having to lift manually. SideLyer not only reduces the risk of pressure injuries, but allows patients to participate comfortably at eye level, which can help improve circulation, protect skin health, increase participation in therapy, improve daily care routines and promote meaningful social interaction.
Is the SideLyer covered by warranty? What is covered and for how long? +
Yes. All SideLyers are covered by a one year manufacturer’s warranty on its major components. If a facility would like additional long term protection, an optional extended warranty is available that will cover the facility for up to three years.

How does SideLyer support resident dignity and wound healing in ICF/IID settings?

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With SideLyer, there is less need to reposition people manually on a frequent basis, enabling residents to be cared for in a more comfortable and dignified way. Its gentle, controlled movements help support residents recovering from pressure injuries or surgical wounds and make for a less stressful experience for residents and caregivers alike.
Will SideLyer help with staff safety goals? +
Yes. The SideLyer’s motorized repositioning system helps reduce the repetitive lifting, turning and physical effort caregivers perform throughout the day. This enables safer workflows, while assisting ICF/IID facilities to enhance pressure injury prevention for residents with limited mobility or conditions that may hinder wound healing.

Many ICF/IID facilities also employ SideLyer as part of the total wound care approach, through wound management programs, caregiver training, infection prevention programs, and resident and family education on repositioning and long-term care.
Can caregivers operate SideLyer safely without extensive training? +
Yes. SideLyer intuitive controls are easy to understand so caregivers can get comfortable using the system with minimal training and everyday practice.
Is SideLyer appropriate for group homes, residential care, or skilled nursing facilities? +
Yes. SideLyer operates quietly and fits well into shared living spaces and residential care settings. It helps residents with limited mobility with regular repositioning for comfort, daily care and pressure injury prevention. The system may also be used to assist in the recovery of individuals with diabetic ulcers, traumatic wounds and other complex wound conditions with minimal disruptions during routine care.
Does SideLyer support California residents who are medically fragile? +
Yes. SideLyer offers slow, controlled positioning, which helps with stability during movement, and is beneficial for those who are medically fragile or recovering from surgery. Regular repositioning can also help with continued healing efforts to supplement advanced wound care plans such as negative pressure wound therapy.
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