Describe the use of assistive devices, other than wheelchairs, to improve client mobility at home and in the community.

Description should include

• electric personal assistive mobility devices (EPAMDs), such as seated or standing electric scooters
• in-home modifications, such as ramps, track systems, stair glides, wheelchair lifts, elevators, and riser or lift chairs.

Process/Skill Questions:

• When would a scooter be a better choice than a wheelchair?
• When would it be appropriate for a client to have a track system installed in their home?
• What are the indications that a stair glide should be installed in a client’s home?