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Dear Fred: The best peice of advice to give you does not have to do with assistive devices, although they may be necessary at some time in the future. Particularly, since your father is in earlier stages of mobility problems, it is advised that he be evaluated and treated by a physical therapist. Bringing his abilities to their maximum potential and then maintaining them is desirable. He will need a prescription for an evaluation and treatment. The therapist may determine that he will do fine with an at hom program, or it may be advised that he have a series of physical therapy sessions. I'd also request, from the doctor, an occupational therapy and a speech therapy evaluation. Maintaining function is easier than trying to re-gain function. If you would still like a number for a catalog with special equipment that makes life a bit easier, call Sammons Preston, 1-800-323-5547 (one company among many) and they will send you free catalogs. Best wishes, Bonnie Cunningham, R.N. Patient Services Director NPF Date: Mon, 7 Sep 1998 14:54:56 -0700 From: Fred Seling <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Physical Aids My father is a 72 year old PWP. He has beginning stages, is on medication, has typical beginning stage movement problems. I am looking for suggestions and sources for physical aids such as something to help him up out of chairs etc. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks Fred Seling