Liberty Lifting Assist
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
The Liberty Lifting Assist is a handled leverage device that lets a caregiver help a person get up from the floor or a low piece of furniture without requiring the caregiver to perform a traditional deadlift. It works by allowing the helper to grip the handle and use their own body weight and backward walking motion to bring someone to standing, rather than relying on back and arm strength alone. This is a complete, ready-to-use tool — no setup required — suited for household caregivers helping someone who falls frequently or has difficulty rising from low surfaces independently. At 15 inches long and rated to 400 lbs, it's a practical backup tool, but it's not a substitute for fall prevention strategies or professional transfer training when falls are frequent.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Grip the textured handle firmly and position yourself behind or beside the person on the floor.
- Have the person grip the device or brace against it as instructed, then walk backward slowly to leverage them upright.
- With professional help
If falls are a recurring concern, an occupational therapist (OT) can assess the home environment, recommend fall prevention strategies, and demonstrate safe transfer techniques alongside tools like this one.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
Some links may be affiliate links — WhatCanHelp may earn a small commission from purchases at no extra cost to you. More on affiliates →
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Wondering how equipment like this gets paid for? See the official funding programs in your state.
Compare & explore
Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.