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Preparation I start by having my aide pull me into a long sit.  I lift the head of the bed up to make it easier, then I lower the head of the bed.  My aide will bring my chair to the side of the bed.
Slideboard preparation My aide puts the slideboard under my hind end.
Transfer 1 I push down on the slideboard to help lift my butt into the air.  I lift and push with my left arm and scoot my butt over slowly.
Transfer 2 I get part way over and reposition my hands.  I never let my aide get too far away because I have fallen to the right several times.
Transfer 3 I now have no more seat to place my hand, so I use the brake handle.  My bed is about 4-6" higher than the chair, a downhill slide always makes it easier.
Transfer 4 I get to this point and scoot my butt back.  My aide will then put my feet down, I flip up the armrest and I'm ready to rock and roll.
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