Doris

Doris needs full assistance for care and transfers
Doris is sitting in a supportive, reclined ‘tilt in space’ wheelchair with both feet off the floor to illustrate that she is unable to place weight on her feet. Although Doris does not have the ability to sit upright without considerable support and may not be able to actively contribute to transfers or care tasks, she may be able to hold small items and could perhaps feed herself or use a washcloth.

• Dependent on caregiver in most situations
• Doris’ dark orange blouse indicates that she presents a medium to high risk of static and dynamic physical overload for caregivers
• Stimulation of functional mobility is very important