A Wife's Hope: Caring for Her Husband at Home

When Juan suffered multiple strokes, life for his family shifted dramatically. What were once ordinary days became filled with hospital visits and medical routines. His wife, Sara, suddenly faced the ongoing reality of long-term care—how to keep Juan safe, comfortable, and included in daily life.

1 Emiliano stands with Sara who holds a picture of her husband, Juan, alongside a specialize wheelchair for Juan

2 Sara shares a picture of Juan, knowing the wheelchair will be life-changing for him and their family.

3 Emiliano teaches Sara the functions of the wheelchair during her visit to Devices 4 the Disabled.

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Before his discharge home from the hospital, Devices 4 the Disabled provided a hospital bed. That equipment allowed him to return home. But Sara realized that being confined to bed wasn’t enough. He needed a way to sit upright, relieve pressure, and participate more fully in their home life.

At the D4D clinic, she was introduced to a tilt-in-space wheelchair. Emiliano from our team walked her through its features—how it tilts and reclines to reduce pressure, supports proper positioning, and makes caregiving safer. For Sara, this equipment isn’t about convenience; it’s about giving Juan the support he needs, keeping him safe, and allowing her to care for him at home with confidence.

Holding a picture of Juan on her phone, Sara talked about how the tilt-in-space wheelchair would improve their daily life. Without it, safely taking him to appointments—or even to bring him to D4D—was not possible. Now, she looks forward to returning to D4D for a visit with Juan. For families like Sara and Juan, it’s not about convenience—it’s about safety, dignity, and being together at home.