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

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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

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People living with complex mobility needs depend on being turned regularly, having pressure taken off vulnerable skin, and having someone to talk to during the day. Get those three things right and the risk of pressure related complications drops, while comfort, whatever independence a person still has, and genuine human contact all improve. Illinois providers run everything from small community group homes in the collar counties to larger intermediate care facilities downstate, and the repositioning burden looks much the same in both.

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Who benefits from a SideLyer in Illinois?

  •  Individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability

  • Clients of intermediate care facilities

  • Residents of medical group homes

  • Anyone whose care plan calls for frequent repositioning

  • Residents at risk of pressure ulcers or contractures

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Proven Pressure Ulcer Prevention for Immobile Residents

Someone who cannot shift their own weight will stay in one position far longer than is safe, and that is where pressure injuries begin. Turning on a schedule and managing where the pressure sits is what keeps skin intact and keeps the resident well overall. With SideLyer, intermediate care facilities and medical group homes can:

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  • Lower the risk of pressure ulcers by more than ten times

  • Help reduce the costs associated with staff injury claims by 28%

  • Encourage better venous return for improved blood circulation

  • Minimize fluid buildup in the legs and sacral area

  • Allow caregivers to perform skin assessments and wound care more efficiently

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Explore Features of the SideLyer Comfort & Dignity

Comfort, Dignity and Socialization for Residents

Positioning with the SideLyer is quiet and smooth, which makes the care itself easier to receive while keeping safety, dignity, and caregiver efficiency intact.

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  •  Fully motorized positioning lets a resident be settled comfortably for meals, medication rounds, therapy appointments, and rehabilitation work.

  • Side tilt opens up access for the caregiver during wound care, bathing, dressing, hygiene, and transfers.

  • Vertical elevation brings a resident up to eye level, so conversations happen face to face rather than from above, whether with staff, family, or visitors.

  • Residents stay part of what is happening around them while caregivers work in a way that is efficient and centered on the person.

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Safe Handling and Injury Reduction for Your Care Staff

Turning residents by hand across a full shift takes a real physical toll, and back, shoulder, and lifting injuries follow from it. Motorized repositioning takes the load off by providing:

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Motorized repositioning enables:

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  •  Better coordinated and more efficient repositioning schedules

  • Safer techniques for assisting residents during routine care

  • Less manual lifting to help reduce injury risks for caregivers

  • Up to 28% fewer caregiver injury claims

  • Lower staff turnover and fewer lost workdays associated with physical strain

Built with the caregiver and the resident equally in mind, the SideLyer raises workplace safety while improving comfort, dignity, and the ordinary quality of a resident’s day.

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Client Success - Ann Storck
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Key features include

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Explore Features of the SideLyer

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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

A caregiver can change a resident’s position in seconds using motorized controls that raise, tilt, and angle quietly.

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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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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 simple. Schedule a virtual demonstration with one of our product specialists and your team will see the SideLyer in detail, learn how it fits around clinical care activities, and get their questions answered properly. Once the demonstration is done, your facility can take a free 90 day trial and use the system in real caregiving situations before deciding to buy.
Is SideLyer covered by insurance? +
A good many customers qualify for insurance coverage, though it comes down to individual circumstances. Retail purchase price is $11,000 with qualifying insurance coverage or $6,900 without insurance assistance. We take the guesswork out by walking through eligibility, going over what coverage is available, and setting out the expected costs before any purchase is made.
Can our facility in Illinois rent SideLyer instead of purchasing it? +
Yes. Facilities that would rather not buy outright can go through our rental program. SideLyer rents at $550 per month, with a minimum term of 13 months, which gives an organization a practical way to evaluate long-term use.
How can SideLyer help reduce the risk of bed sores? +
Limited mobility means a person cannot change position on their own, and that raises the risk of pressure injury considerably. The motorized repositioning in the SideLyer keeps shifting where the pressure falls, supports circulation, and protects skin that is already vulnerable. Facilities using it have seen up to 10 times fewer bed sores along with a drop in wound-related complications.
Why do 93% of healthcare professionals recommend SideLyer for patients at high risk of bed sores? +
The recommendation comes from what the system does for residents and caregivers at the same time. Automated positioning cuts down manual handling, encourages circulation, protects skin integrity, and backs up therapeutic care. It also makes daily caregiving simpler and, through adjustable positioning, lets residents take part in social interaction more comfortably.
Is the SideLyer covered by warranty? What is covered and for how long? +
Yes. Major system components carry a one-year manufacturer’s warranty. Where a facility wants cover for longer, an extended warranty is available that provides full coverage for up to 3 years.
How does SideLyer support resident dignity and wound healing in ICF/IID settings? +
Gentle automated movement spares residents the discomfort that comes with being turned by hand over and over, which matters a great deal for dignity. Regular therapeutic positioning also helps anyone recovering from a pressure injury, a surgical wound, or any wound under ongoing clinical management.
Will SideLyer help with staff safety goals? +
Yes. The system removes a large share of the physically demanding movements involved in turning residents by hand. Less repetitive lifting and turning means better caregiver safety, and it strengthens pressure injury prevention for residents with mobility limitations or wounds that respond to consistent therapeutic positioning.

The value reaches past everyday care as well. SideLyer is often used alongside wound management strategies, competency training for caregivers, infection control protocols, and conversations with residents and families about individualized care planning. That breadth makes for a more coordinated approach across the whole care team.
Can caregivers operate SideLyer safely without extensive training? +
Yes. Ease of use was a design priority, so caregivers pick up the controls quickly and operate the system confidently after minimal instruction. Facilities can therefore roll the technology out without a lengthy training program attached to it.
Is SideLyer appropriate for group homes, residential care, or skilled nursing facilities? +
Yes. The system runs smoothly and quietly, which suits it to a wide range of residential care settings, group homes and skilled nursing facilities included. It helps prevent pressure injuries and supports recovery from diabetic ulcers, traumatic wounds, surgical wounds, and other complex skin conditions, while accommodating residents with mobility limitations.
Does SideLyer support Illinois residents who are medically fragile? +
Yes. Repositioning is gentle and stable, which is what medically fragile residents and those recovering from surgery need. It also strengthens routine pressure relief, making it a useful addition alongside more advanced wound management approaches such as negative pressure wound therapy. Illinois providers separated by long distances from specialist wound services often find that consistency matters most.
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