An electric winch is installed under the roof ridge in the beam of the garage and is used as a lift for transfers from wheelchair to gardening equipment such as riding lawnmower, etc, see associated tip. A lift frame hangs from the hook of the electric winch and is used with a sling.
Users comments
The user received the electric winch from the assistive device center to be able to transfer onto a horse. It is no longer available as an assistive device.
Made by
User’s husband
Purchased from
In Sweden Clas Ohlson, clasohlson.com/se or similar store (last checked April 2021)
Whose idea
User
Related tips
– facilitates gardening for wheelchair users. 2010
- a lawnmower for large hilly gardens - works for persons with impaired function in the legs. 2010
Wheelchair accessible home with large lot. 2010
