Geri Chair (Geriatric Recliner) is a padded reclining chair with a large, supportive seat and back designed for patients who spend extended time seated due to limited mobility. It allows patients to rest in multiple reclined positions — from upright to near-flat — providing comfort, pressure relief, and postural variety throughout the day.

Geri chairs are widely used in hospice, long-term care, and home settings as an alternative to bed rest, promoting better breathing, digestion, and engagement. OxyCare supplies Geri Chairs with compatible accessories including lap trays, and rental is available.

Operating Instructions

Emergency telephone number is on your equipment. Call (618)234-0202.

Please follow instructions given by the equipment technician. Please follow your doctor's orders.

Set-up

1. Technician will set-up Geri-Chair.
2. Demonstrate the reclining feature.
3. Lock chair in reclining position.
4. Brakes on wheels should be in locked position prior to reclining chair.
5. Demonstrate wheellocks/brakes.
6. Demonstrate how to operate tray table.
7. Patient/Caregiver demonstrates each step and has a solid understanding.
8. Review how to call for service. When to order. Where to call.

Cleaning

1. Chair can be wiped off with soapy water. Wipe soap off with a damp cloth.

Safety

1. Wheellocks must be engaged when reclining chair.
2. Do not rock in chair.
3. Be sure pathways are clear for movement within the home, check doorways.

OxyCare Medical Supply Co. 2725 South Belt West, Belleville IL 62226