SelfCare

November 3, 2011 

Greetings!

Now that it is November, we can say Christmas is on its way!!  We have set the dates for the SelfCare Christmas Luncheons - lots of prizes, presents and surprises. We hope you will join us to celebrate the holiday season and thank you for the opportunity to work with you over the past year. Our RSVP is attached.

It didn't take long! Congratulations to Pamela Shah (Surrey Store) and husband Hash on the arrival of their first child, a son, Ethan Arun, on Friday, October 28.  

We discuss raised toilet seats on a daily basis with clients, so in this issue we let you know about our favourites. Our Raised Toilet Seat Reference Sheet has also been updated and attached.

We liked it so much we bought it ourselves. The BigHorn threshold ramp is so skid free we have purchased one for the transition between the pavement and door frame at our North Vancouver store. Produced from recycled plastic and using ceramic quartz for the no slip surface, come by the store to take a look at it for yourself.

 

Note on Christmas Closures: SelfCare locations will be closed on Monday, December 26th, Tuesday, December 27th and Monday, January 2nd.  

 

Did a specific new product spark your interest? Let me know (kim.mackie@selfcarehome.com) and we'll include it in a product comparison or feature. 

     

We look forward to providing you with useful information throughout the year. Please contact us at any time if you have any comments, questions or topics you want covered by an inservice by emailing kim.mackie@selfcarehome.com.

 

Our Five Favourite Raised Toilet Seats

Aquatec A90 What do the Rehosoft, Aquatec and Savannah all have in common. These 4 inch raised toilet seats are three of our top 5 picks. Find out why.

> Find out more about our favorite five seats

Here is our updated reference sheet. SelfCare only sells raised toilet seats that lock onto the toilet and our installation and delivery technicians ensure the toilet seat is securely and properly installed. There haven't been many toilets where we couldn't provide a safe option!

> Reference Sheet: Raised Toilet Seats
Great Deals on Three Broda Chairs

Broda Midline
We have three Broda chairs from our equipment pool available for purchase at a reduced rate. They can also be purchased on a rent-to-own basis with 12 payments of $150 per month.
  • Broda Midline Tilt & Recline Wheelchair - regularly priced at $3903, on sale for $1800 (2 available)
  • Broda Pedal Rocker - regularly priced at $3614, on sale for $1800
  • Broda Shower Commode 385 - regularly priced at $3200, on sale for $1800
Contact SelfCare at 604 990 9422 to take advantage of these great deals!

> Descriptions of Broda Chairs on Sale
BigHorn Threshold Ramps - Up to 1 1/2 "

Threshold Ramp Produced from recycled plastic and using ceramic quartz for the no slip surface, these attractive granite and earth tone coloured ramps are easy to cut for transitions of less than 1 ½ inches. We did cut down the ramp we have installed at the North Vancouver store. The purchase price for this ramp, which is an attractive alternative for any home, is $169.

> Learn about the BigHorn Threshold Ramp
Christmas is coming

xmas treeWith lots of cheer, food and presents, the SelfCare Christmas parties will be held from 11:30am to 1:30pm at:
  • Vancouver SelfCare store - Tuesday, December 6th
  • Surrey SelfCare store - Wednesday, December 7th
  • North Vancouver SelfCare store -Thursday, December 8th
Please RSVP so we have enough food!
  • Email janet.moore@selfcarehome.com 
  • Fax in the RSVP to 604-990-9424
  • Call Janet Moore at 604-990-9422 and let her know which location and how many people will be attending
> RSVP for the Christmas Party

Forward the RSVP to colleagues - it's a great opportunity to meet up with someone you talk to on the phone, but don't get a chance to see very often.
A Happy MS Society Wheelchair Recipient

Alice LoweAlice Lowe received a power wheelchair from the MS Society's EPP pool in 2010. SelfCare provided all the support in getting the chair to Alice as well as ensured it was adjusted properly and that it was in good working condition. Here is Alice's thank you note to the MS Society:

"I am so grateful for the power wheelchair provided to me through the Equipment Provision Program. I use the power chair as sole transport system, which has increased my independence and self esteem. The power chair allows me to be a full person, at work, at home and in my community. I don't like having to be dependent on anyone, and the wheelchair has greatly increased my independence and gives me the freedom to be self-reliant for all my needs.

I use my wheelchair to get to my job at CTV where I cover the lunch hour break at reception. Without my chair I couldn't participate in this part time job, and it's very important to me to be out and actively participating in the community.

For me, it's improved my overall well being, physically and mentally and makes me a stronger person."
In this issue...
Raised Toilet Seats
Broda Chairs on Sale
BigHorn Ramps
Xmas Parties
MS Society Update
Quick Links
Upcoming Events 
SelfCare Christmas Parties, December 6 to 8.

International Seating Symposium, March 6 - 8, 2012 - Early bird rate until Jauary 6
Facebook 
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Contact SelfCare
YES, ...you can reply to this e-mail. It will reach a person. How refreshing! Or call us at 604-872-5800. Need information on a specific product or want to demo a wheelchair? Contact a Seating & Mobility Consultant.
Product NotesNorth Shore Hospice Anniversary
Welcome Adam Kelly
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Online Access to Resources
You can access our reference and product sheets, inservice RSVPs, and other reference materials online. You will be able to find information on our rental and consignment equipment, staff contacts, plus many other features. Contact Kim Mackie at 604-990-9422 or via email to request a username and password.
In Person Access to ResourcesDo you have a product area - seating, mattresses, tilt wheelchairs or maybe just single products - that you would like to see at a lunch time inservice? We are always available to bring product, reference sheets and lunch to you. Contact Kim Mackie at 604-990-9422 or via email with your inservice request.

SelfCare's Product Line

MOBILITY
Wheelchairs - Bariatric l Lightweight l Power l Rigid l Manual l Tilt in Space
l Ramps l Scooters l Seating & Positioning l Walkers l Miscellaneous l Seating & Positioning
HOME CARE
Beds l Commodes l Lift Chairs l Mattresses & Support Surfaces l Patient Lifts l Personal Care
BATH SAFETY
Bath Lifts l Bath Seats & Transfer Benches l Grab Bars l Raised Toilet Seats l Specialty Items
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