"Recently, on two different cruises (Princess and Crystal) we had the opportunity to do field trial with a new prototype travel lift. My mother has quadriplegia due to MS, and we were getting to the point where we could no longer easily travel (at home we have a ceiling mounted track lift). The opportunity has given us new horizons! The inventor was very good about implementing changes that we recommended from our trials and is now marketing this device. It is not cheap, but if you are looking for a travel lift option, this may be for you. It weighs about 50 pounds, is very compact, rolls easily into and out of the airport (no need to carry the lift) and in ship and hotel bathrooms on both carpet and tile, and can be easily operated by one person. We don't own stock in the company or have any other financial interest...just wanted to let you know about it."
Kathy D, of San Diego, CA
As submitted to GLOBAL ACCESS DISABLED TRAVEL NETWORK E-ZINE, VOLUME II, NUMBER I
"As previous medical director for a 14 bed Acute Rehab Unit, would have recommended numerous times, instead of substantially more awkward devices."
Dr. Richard F.
"We are very pleased with the PTA we ordered from you. We have used it several times to put my daughter in the car"...
Judith and I are getting a lot faster at putting her in the car. Can't tell you how much we appreciate your help... The joy has come back into Tammy's life, thanks to the TakeAlongLift. She likes nothing better than to go for a ride in the car.
myself and it looks as though it will be a Godsend to us ...daughter that we purchased this for lives in home about 70 miles from us....lift will enable us to bring her home more often....
Thank you so very much."
Frank W.,
Thank you for expediting the shipment of my TakeAlongLift that I received on Friday and used within the hours immediately following. I am so thoroughly pleased with the product that I would delight in sharing my experience with others.
In providing care for an individual who is unable to stand or assist in transfer, this lift was the perfect solution for assistance not only at home, but more importantly in our frequent travels. The lift comes fully assembled with just a minor adjustment needed. I found it very easy to operate, and both my relative and I were comfortable with the ease of operation and the stability of the product. The product eliminates the need for delaying travel or other activites for an individual who requires maximum assistance in standing or transfer. It opens up a new window of experiences and opportunities for the family member and the caretaker in being able to provide immediate transfer/mobility as needed in and around the myriad of places required. The lift fits easily in and around furniture and is a tremendous assist in automobile transfer. We were traveling within hours of receipt of the lift and felt very comfortable in our new found independence.
Although I have had the lift only a few days, it is difficult to imagine what I experienced without this product. Thank you again and I am delighted to have found your company and to have done business with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. R. Smith
Fort Washington MD
I wanted to let you know how well your product has worked for my wife and me. The take-along lift has solved a major problem by making it possible to provide proper toileting while on trips. ...
It's narrow, and compact, design makes it possible to load and maneuver my wife through most bathroom doorways, and provides needed security while on the toilet. It is easy to transfer the lift in and out of our minivan and hotel rooms. I recommend the take-along lift for anyone facing similar problems. It's at least worth a try. Your money-back guarantee (if not satisfied), and technical support over the internet, have made the purchase of the take-along lift a relatively stress-free experience.
Jim W.
Glendora, CA
We just wanted you to know that the lift seems to be working out very well. We are able to transport my brother from place to place with very little problem. The lift relieves the physical strain not only on him, but on us as well.
We appreciate your promptness and assistance in ordering this lift. We will highly recommend your products to anyone who may need them.
Once again, thank you for all your help.
Larry
Logan Sport, IN
"Excellent piece of equipment!"
Our Thanks:
The PTA was designed in collaboration with folks who have written in to describe their needs and share their thoughts. Many thanks to everyone who has written in with their ideas and suggestions. We actively encourage your comments on the PTA, our WEB site, or any other product needs or ways that we may serve you better. Following are some comments from users of our lift.
"I wanted it mainly for toileting and it works great for that."
"The general design is good."
"It was a great help when we were on ships."
"I purchased one of your portable lifts in November and it works great. It makes life much easier to have a lift that we can pack-up and take with us. Thanks for making it."
Robert, Gettysburg, PA
"The Take Along Lift has provided a lot of residents to go out of the facility with family members. The residents who use the lift are happy to get out every now and then."
"Ihave had your lift for 2 weeks and it works fine in assisting me to the bathroom. It is well engineered, quality workmanship, and uniquely designed." JL
"I've been meaning to write ever since we got the lift (last month!)... I want you to know that the Take-Along has worked miracles for us! We use it constantly, and can't imagine how we got along without it. I can't tell you what a relief it is for us to see my petite, 79-year-old mom able to lift and maneuver my 85-year-old, 180 lb. dad!! We live about a half hour's drive from them, so she's on her own with him all day. I drive up there most every night to help her get him to bed; we were all thumbs at first, but now we're getting quite efficient as a team, throwing those straps on and cranking away (very carefully, of course!).
My dad is in the advanced stages of Alzheimer's Disease... Also, if he feels the least bit unstable, he becomes very frightened, and his arms and legs flail uncontrollably. Because of this, we knew that a Hoyer type of "dangling" lift would never work. Your lift, though, is perfect. He just sits there securely in the sling, calmly and happily whistling "Chopsticks" (his usual habit!) without ever batting an eye. I don't think he's even aware that he's being lifted/maneuvered.
Obviously, a lot of thought and care went into your design, which we recognize and appreciate. We were amazed to see that the lift fits ANYWHERE in the house, including the bathroom. Not only does it fit around the toilet (which is in a very tight little corner), but it will also then turn 180 degrees (it really turns on a dime!), enabling us to sit dad down on a tub bench which we can then slide into the bath... We use both the slings, and they work equally well (dad doesn't seem to mind being in the open sling at all!)... we've had no problems whatsoever. The lever that switches between the two positions of the feet (wide and narrow), works smoothly and easily. Thanks to those two positions, we can use the lift anywhere in our house, in any situation. We haven't tried putting him in the car yet, but I'm sure it'll work--I'm looking forward to it (after we've tested and practiced the maneuver on ourselves first)!
Sorry it took so long for me to write, especially considering how appreciative we are. Every health care worker who's seen dad has raved about the lift, so we always give them your website info. Dad's doctor, in particular, was so impressed with what she saw on the website (before we got the lift) that she wrote a glowing recommendation to mom's insurance company, stating that the lift was a "medical necessity" for mom to be able to keep dad at home. The insurance company agreed, and is paying 80%! I agree too. Mom REALLY wants to keep dad at home as long as possible, and I'm convinced that he'd be in a nursing home by now if it weren't for that lift.
So, thank you so much for a wonderful product--we're truly glad we found you in time."
Sincerely, Karen F.
"We love our Take Along Lift, couldn't be without it."
The lift arrived this afternoon and it is PERFECT!!!! It is everything I hoped it would be and more! I was very surprised by how easy it was to lift my husband. Thank you, for taking so much stress off ME!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!
Very sincerely, Evelyn
I have been using the "Take-Along Lift" for a little over a year with my 83 year old father, and I do not know what we would do with out it! As a post polio victim he rapidly progressed into a wheelchair. A wheelchair van was unaffordable, a car attachment impractical. This lift was the obvious alternative! The Take-Along Lift has more then paid for it self! We have used it coming home from hospitalizations, a multitude of doctors visits, going to see Christmas lights ect! Every place we go, someone stops to ask where we got that neat lift! I am happy to pass on the information on the Take Along Lift! Much gratitude on a wonderful product!
Laura D
Virginia Beach
Hello again!
You have a happy customer. I took my mother-in-law on her first outing with the Take-a-Long. She had an eye appointment. I did take it down to two pieces and was impressed how easy it was. I took it into the Dr.’s office and used it to lift her into the exam chair. The nurse absolutely loved it and inquired about it. She thinks that she will check out your website and might order one for their office...
Thank you for your speedy service and nice piece of equipment.
