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By Anonymous September 08, 2014
Thanks to Elder Options at home caregivers and housekeeping services, my mother has been able to stay in the comfort of her own home. ...read more
By Anonymous August 22, 2014
Very rude owners, both to guests and residents. Do NOT recommend!! ...read more
One of the most frequently asked questions that we get is: “How often should I charge my battery?” In order to maximize the life of the battery in your mobility scooter or power wheelchair it is important to charge your battery regularly. In general our rule is: If you use it everyday, then charge it everyday. A good method is, before you go to bed plug it in and let it charge overnight 8-14 hours, then unplug it. We have complied a list of do’s and don’ts for charging your power wheelchair or electric scooter. DO: Charge it everyday. If you use it Verify that the charger is charging the batteries by checking the lights or gauge on the charger. If the mobility device is not being used for a period of time, charge the batteries once a week Only use the proper charger that was provided with your power mobility device Have your batteries and charger inspected regularly or if you suspect that there is a problem DON’T: Don’t wait for the batteries to become completely dead before charging Don’t store the batteries in a low charge state for any period of time Don’t leave the mobility device on the charger “ALL” the time Don’t use extension cords to plug in charger When purchasing new batteries for your scooter of power wheelchair, don’t buy the cheapest. Batteries are not all equal and an authorized medical equipment dealer can help you determine the best brand and right batteries for you. Signs that you may need new batteries or need to see a repair center Mobility device loses power quickly Short charge times (When charging the light goes from red to green quickly) Decline in range of travel Battery indicator shows less than full when recently charged *Power surges (may also indicate throttle or speed pot) Doesn’t turn on Northwest Health and Safety Inc is a leadingrepair center for medical mobility scooters, Power Wheelchairs, Lift Chairs, Hospital Beds and much more. We serve the Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR areas and have a great deal of experience with power mobility batteries. We have a large stock of the most common battery sizes for your mobility scooter and power wheelchair. We proudly sell Interstate brand batteries. Our batteries have a 1 year replacement warranty. Free battery inspection and installation for scooters and wheelchairs brought into to our Vancouver, Washington repair shop. We also offer on site repair and service within the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington areas (fee may apply). Northwest Health and Safety Inc is a authorized repair center for leading manufactures. ...read more
By Northwest Health and Safety Inc August 27, 2011
With the recent devastation in Japan that has rocked the world, we have many of our local customers asking themselves “Am I really prepared for the BIG ONE”. Japan has long been know as one of the most “prepared” counties and has typically taken the lead in earthquake preparedness and in terms of structural engineering. While it is difficult to predict what or when a disaster will occur here in the Northwest, you can bank on the fact that it will happen. The Portland and Vancouver areas has seen its fair share of natural disasters (mostly on a small scale) from tornado’s, flooding, volcanic activity, earthquakes and winter weather. In talking with local experts and emergency managers they feel the “Big One” is yet to come. Are you prepared?To be honest most commercially available emergency preparedness kits are not worth it. Most items needed in an emergency you already have. Building a kit can be a fun family project and it is important to get the family involved. Sometimes kids can bring a different perspective to it and you are wise to get their input. Northwest Health and Safety Inc. carries a line of emergency preparedness kits, first aid kits and supplies at their Vancouver, Washington store. The staff at Northwest Health and Safety Inc. is always happy to help you with your product selections and can make helpful recommendations. To find out more about emergency preparedness supplies and information visit us at ourVancouver, Washington storeor give us a call at 360-737-8910. Check out ouremergency preparedness online catalog. ...read more
By Northwest Health and Safety Inc August 27, 2011
On October 18, 2010 the American Heart Association released the new 2010 CPR and First Aid Guidelines. Here are just a few of the highlights from the 2010 release.Emphasis on High Quality CompressionsCompressions are now at a rate of at least 100 per min vs. “approximately” 100 per min.For Adults compression depth of at least 2” (5 cm) vs the 1-1/2 to 2” rangeFor Children 2” or about 1/3 of the anterior/posterior diameter of the chestFor Infants 1-1/2” or about 1/3 of the anterior/posterior diameter of the chestThe Compression to breath ratio remains at 30 compressions to 2 breathsChange in CPR SequenceABC (Airway, Breathing, Chest Compressions) has changed to CAB (Compressions, Airway, Breathing) for all ages.Compressions will now be initiated prior to ventilationsLook, Listen and Feel has been removed from the algorithmNorthwest Health and Safety Inc. has implemented these new standards into their training programs. For more information on the new CPR and First Aid Standards visit us online atnwcprtraining.com.OurLearning Centerhas some videos that outline some of the new 2010 CPR standards.Northwest Health and Safety Inc. is a leading provider of CPR and First Aid Training classes serving Vancouver, Washington, Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas. Northwest Health and Safety Inc. is a full time training organization teaching such classes as Basic First Aid, CPR for the Community, AED, Healthcare Provider CPR, First Responder, Oxygen Administration, Wilderness Medicine and Bloodborne Pathogen. Along with being a leading provider of life saving training, Northwest Health and Safety Inc. is the Northwest’s leading supplier of Automated External Defibrillators or AED’s. To find out more information about AED’s visitAEDUniverse.com.CPR&First; Aid Training Classes in Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR ...read more
By Northwest Health and Safety Inc August 27, 2011
Finding the right qualified care for someone who needs assistance in the home can be a challenging task. Avoid unnecessary confusion by finding out how to review home health care contracts. These types of explanatory and protective documents can be worded to fit specific special circumstances. The con... ...read more
