Slings – Care and Independence
Care & Independence manufactures two product ranges; GLOVE SLING® and COMFORT VALUE®.
These two ranges offer a widely diverse selection of sling solutions that address the many complex needs of users. Equipment prescribers and users have multiple options to choose from depending on individual circumstances.
GLOVE™ Stand Aid
A great aid for helping a user get from sit-to-stand without being so reliant upon carer intervention. The GLOVE™ Stand Aid is great for single person care and promoting greater independence.
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GLOVE™ Powersilk
The GLOVE™ Powersilk sling is constructed from ultra-thin fabric that is strong yet soft and perfect for use specifically in a moulded chair.
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GLOVE™ Easy Turn
The GLOVE™ Easy Turn, as the name suggests, is the perfect sling when individuals require turning in bed. Simple yet highly effective.
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GLOVE™ Deluxe Bathing
The GLOVE™ Deluxe Bathing is comfortable, supportive and quick draining, making it a great choice for those with bathing support needs.
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GLOVE™ Deluxe Bathing Plus
The GLOVE™ Deluxe Bathing Plus is an enhanced version of the standard Deluxe Bathing sling. With an integral head support, Extensor straps and longer legs, the GLOVE™ Deluxe Bathing Plus presents a fabulous alternative.
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GLOVE™ Deluxe Foxy
The GLOVE™ Deluxe Foxy slings are tailored specifically to improve comfort for larger users of a more pear-shaped body proportion.
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GLOVE™ Deluxe Tux
A superb all-rounder and one of our most popular general purpose slings. Made from a soft-knit Polyester with additional padded support, the GLOVE™ Deluxe Tux provides great user comfort.
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GLOVE™ Deluxe Tux Plus
A superb all-rounder and one of our most popular general transfer slings. Made from a soft-knit Polyester with additional padded support, the GLOVE™ Deluxe Tux Plus provides superb comfort for users.
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GLOVE™ Airflow
The GLOVE™ Airflow sling is at the forefront of technological advancement for in-situ sling use.
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GLOVE™ Airflow Manual
No hoist? No problem with the GLOVE™ Airflow Manual! Ideal for manual transfer where hoisting is not an option, plus with breathable Airflow fabric, the GLOVE™ Airflow Manual can be left under the user’s seat during transfer.
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GLOVE™ Bathing
The GLOVE™ Bathing sling is an in-chair design and therefore suitable to be left under the user when in a bathing environment. Soft-knit Polyester fabric makes this sling kinder to the skin than mesh bathing sling products on the market.
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GLOVE™ Convenience II
Highly supportive, super secure and with a unique ‘anti-jack-knife’ design feature, the GLOVE™ Convenience II is a fantastic toileting and dressing solution – even for users previously considered unsuitable for toileting/access slings.
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GLOVE™ Convenience Plus
The GLOVE™ Convenience Plus sling provides a toileting solution with great access for the carer and security for the user.
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GLOVE™ Convenience Max
The GLOVE™ Convenience Max is an elegant advanced toileting sling that encompasses a self-adjusting corset-style body with patented binding-free padded leg section offering users maximum comfort and maximum security during use. Ideal for users with minimal upper body strength!
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GLOVE™ Diamond Deluxe
The new GLOVE™ Diamond sling family are unrivalled for comfort and performance and have already taken clinicians and users by storm!
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GLOVE™ Diamond Deluxe Plus
The new GLOVE™ Diamond sling family is unrivalled for comfort and performance, and when you need a little extra leg length and an integral head support, Plus variants are the ideal solution!
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GLOVE™ Diamond Deluxe Foxy
Introducing the GLOVE™ Diamond Deluxe Foxy. With wider leg and hip sections, this sling is ideally suited for pear-shaped users with broader hips. It also benefits from all the design and performance elements associated with the Diamond Family.
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GLOVE™ Extensor
The GLOVE™ Extensor incorporates a ‘suspension’ feature to counterpoise user extensor spasm. This unique design innovation enables the sling to move with the spasm and return to its original position afterwards.
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GLOVE™ Euro Manual
When fast fitting and ease of use is essential, the GLOVE™ Euro Manual is the ideal sling for emergency transfers without a hoist. Can also be used in non-emergency situations where a hoist is not available.
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GLOVE™ Foot
The GLOVE™ Foot is a great add-on or stand-alone additional leg support during fitting of a sling or when applying dressings.
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GLOVE™ Hug
Popular with physios, gyms, schools and in the home, the GLOVE™ Hug provides a secure yet comfortable hug-like grip for users who tend to move a lot and therefore might be at risk in a conventional sling. Many young users have even taken their first ever steps in the GLOVE™ Hug!
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GLOVE™ In-Chair
The GLOVE™ In-Chair sling styles are great for users who need to remain seated for longer periods than normal. The GLOVE™ In-Chair offers users practical comfort.
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GLOVE™ In-Chair Divided Leg
Great for users who need to remain seated for longer periods. Independent pressure map testing provides powerful evidence illustrating the benefits of the GLOVE™ In-Chair Divided Leg sling.
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GLOVE™ In-Chair Lite
The GLOVE™ In-Chair Lite is designed for users who need to remain seated for longer periods than normal. The GLOVE™ In-Chair Lite provides users with a soft and temperature-comfortable experience.
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COMFORT VALUE™ Recline Highback
A long-seat sling with fixed pommel and integrated head support making the COMFORT VALUE™ Recline Highback a great choice as a stocked product
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COMFORT VALUE™ Recline
A long-seat sling with fixed pommel that makes the COMFORT VALUE™ Recline a great stocked product
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COMFORT VALUE™ Stand Assist
The COMFORT VALUE™ Stand Assist is a useful aid to help move from a sit-to-stand position and is great for single-handed care
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COMFORT VALUE™ Transport
The COMFORT VALUE™ Transport aids in the transfer of users from a sit-to-stand position whilst remaining in a semi-seat position. Ideal for times when a full sling transfer is not required
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COMFORT VALUE® Toileting Poly
The COMFORT VALUE® Toileting Poly sling in a soft-knit polyester finish is both kind to the skin and comfortable.
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COMFORT VALUE™ Universal Poly
The Polyester variations of the COMFORT VALUE™ Universal sling style offers extra user comfort with binding-free leg sections that aid ease of fitting too.
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COMFORT VALUE™ Universal Poly Six
The ‘Poly Six’ variants in the COMFORT VALUE™ Universal sling family have two additional hip straps to help prevent the user abducting during hoisting.
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COMFORT VALUE™ Universal Poly Highback
The Polyester variations of the COMFORT VALUE™ Universal sling style offers extra user comfort with binding-free leg sections that aid ease of fitting too. Highback variants provide integral head support.
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Bolster Neck Pillow
Useful aid to provide a more snug fit to a service user when in a sling whilst adding extra support and comfort too.
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Sling Extension Straps
Set of two 2-loop extension loops for when additional strap length is required.
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Removable Strap Cover
Ideal for preventing snagging and keeps straps safely out of harms way plus additional padded comfort for user.
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Detachable Head Support
Perfect for when additional head support is required on standard sling without integral head support.
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