Choosing an Invacare Hospital Bed for Home Care

Do you or a loved one need the best hospital bed for home care?  Choosing one can be quite overwhelming!

Our hospital bed experts are here to help. They have created a list of the best Invacare hospital beds for home.

Here’s who made the list:

Top Choice – Best Hospital Bed for Home:

INVACARE CARROLL CS9 FX600 HOSPITAL BED SET

Invacare Carroll CS9 FX600 Hospital Bed Set

The Invacare Carroll CS9 FX600 Hospital Bed Set has already become the industry standard for long-term care beds.

The CS9 bed has an Integrated Width Extender which gives you the option of widening the bed an additional 6 inches. 

With an Auto Contour feature that simultaneously raises both the head and the knees, residents stay comfortably in place while being better positioned for reading, watching TV or talking to family members. 

The simultaneous movement also helps prevent painful skin shearing that might otherwise occur during repositioning. 

The CS9 also features a Slat Deck which is an upgrade from the Grid Deck that most of the entry level frames have and provides better support and airflow for the mattress.

The Invacare CS9 is the ideal bed with it’s stability, easy controls and smooth raising and lowering of the head, feet and overall height of the bed.

Best Value Hospital Bed for Home:

INVACARE SC900 DLX LOW HOSPITAL BED SET

Invacare SC900 DLX Low Hospital Bed Set

The Invacare SC900 DLX Low Hospital Bed is a full-function, full-feature, low-height bed that promotes quality resident care with full bed performance. 

Its three DC motors provide ultra-quiet operation of the head, hi-low and foot functions of the bed. 

Plus, the horizontal travel range of the SC900DLX is designed so that the bed will not damage walls during height adjustments.

Favorite Affordable Hospital Bed for Home:

INVACARE CARROLL CS7 HI-LOW HOSPITAL BED SET

Invacare Carroll CS7 Hi-Low Hospital Bed Set

The Invacare Carroll CS7 Hi-Low Hospital Bed has already become the industry standard for long-term care hospital beds. 

With an Auto Contour feature that simultaneously raises both the head and the knees, residents stay comfortably in place while being better positioned for reading, watching TV or talking to family members. 

The simultaneous movement also helps prevent painful skin shearing that might otherwise occur during repositioning. 

The CS7 Hospital Bed also features a Slat Deck which is an upgrade from the Grid Deck that most of the entry level frames have and provides better support and airflow for the mattress. 

The Invacare CS7 is the ideal bed with it’s stability, easy controls and smooth raising and lowering of the head, feet and overall height of the bed.

Final Thoughts

Our in home hospital bed experts have narrowed down our top 3 selections as some of the best hospital beds on the market.  

While each bed featured is considered the top in their class, the  Invacare Carroll CS9 Hospital Bed Set is the top of the line winner. 

It is the industry standard for long-term in home hospital beds, thanks to its multiple customizing options, auto repositioning capabilities and stability.

If you want to find out more about some of the best mattresses we offer you can take a look at our catalog here.

Need help finding a home hospital bed?

Read our latest Hospital Bed Buying Guide .

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Buy or Rent?

This is the question: Should you buy or rent a hospital bed for home? It really depends on your situation, there are benefits to both.

If you or a loved one have recently undergone a life change that would require the use of an at-home hospital bed, then you may be considering whether it’s better to rent or buy a hospital bed. 

Here are a few pros and cons to consider when deciding if you should buy or rent a hospital bed.

Pros of Buying a Hospital Bed

Long-Term Savings

One thing to always consider when choosing a bed is how long you expect the bed will be used for. Long-term rentals work out to be a lot more costly than buying a hospital bed.  The upfront cost of buying the bed can be burdensome, but many hospital bed dealers offer financing such as HomeCare Hospital Beds. 

If you own the hospital bed, you also have the option on selling the hospital bed to recoup some of the upfront costs when you’re finished with it.

Customize the right bed to fit your needs

Buying a hospital bed gives you the option to customize the features you need.  Most rental beds are manual beds that utilize a hand crank. Make sure to consider who will be operating the bed, who will be the primary caregiver and what their abilities are too!

Click here to read our Hospital Bed Buying Guide to help you choose the right features!

Quality & Comfort

When you buy a custom hospital bed, you have complete ownership.  You can customize the features or choose additional options such as side rails, inside (white glove) delivery, an extended service warranty, or an advanced mattress and more!  

Cons of Buying a Hospital Bed

Upfront Cost

Even with the affordable options that are available, purchasing a bed usually means you’ll have to pay upfront. As a solution, some companies such as HomeCare Hospital Beds offer financing for people who qualify to help with this situation.

You’ll also want to consider what you would do if your hospital bed needs repair. There are certain hospital beds that are more suitable for hospitals  because they require more maintenance. Make sure when you’re shopping for a hospital bed for home, that you ask what kind of routine maintenance your bed requires! Many beds are designed for home users and require little to no service. You also want to purchase a bed from a reliable source that can assist you with a repair if necessary.

Pros of Renting a Hospital Bed

Short-term Use

Renting a hospital bed for your home is an ideal solution for individuals who don’t expect to use a hospital bed for more than a month or two.  If you expect a quick recovery then renting a bed for a short amount of time is usually covered by insurance. 

Stretch the Cost

Another benefit of renting is that you don’t have to pay the full cost upfront.  Hospital Beds can be costly and renting can break up the cost into monthly affordable payments. 

Cons of Renting a Hospital Bed

Quality Concerns

Usually hospital beds that are rented are manual, not electric. So it’s important to take into consideration who will be the primary caretaker and whether or not they’re able to operate a manual bed.

Hospital bed rentals may not always come in the best condition or be the right bed for you.  Rentals have been used by numerous people and as a result there’s a possibility of a break down with that additional wear and tear. 

Germ Concerns

Just like when you stay at a hotel, sharing a bed can mean coming into contact with other people’s germs. However, when you share a hospital bed, those germs can sometimes be more dangerous pathogens. 

If you or a loved one is immunocompromised, it’s even more important to consider whether or not renting is the right decision for you. For example, C. difficile can survive on surfaces for up to 5 months, and can be deadly. MRSA can survive on surfaces for weeks! Always inquire which disinfectant is being used by the bed rental company and ask about their cleaning process! 

Higher Long-Term Costs

Renting can be the less expensive option when a hospital bed is only needed for a short amount of time, but if you’re planning on having the bed for a significant period of time, you’re likely to spend more money to rent a bed than buying a new hospital bed.  On average it can cost $200 – $500 a month to rent a hospital bed for home.  

 Final Thoughts

In the end, buying or renting a hospital bed depends on your specific situation.  Always keep in mind not only the patient’s abilities, but the caregiver’s as well.  

If you have any questions on which hospital bed is right for you, please contact us so we can help you make the right choice.

Call us today!   877-414-0002 

The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

What is the Best Hospital Bed for Home Use?

Choosing a hospital bed for your home can be a complicated process with so many options and features to choose from.

There are many options available on the market such as  Low Beds, Bariatric Beds, Semi-Electric Beds, and Full-Electric Beds.

It is difficult to decide which in home hospital bed is the best fit for you or a loved one.

For instance, when a patient leaves a hospital and requires home care, the hospital will be asked for recommendations and suggestions.

This can be problematic as medical professionals tend to recommend products they are familiar with. Those of which are typically more advanced than the patient requires.

Here are a few things to consider to decide which in home hospital bed will fit your needs.

How to Choose Which Bed is Right for Me

Buying a hospital bed does not have to be such a confusing process. It should only require answering a few basic questions:

How old is the patient?

The first step to choosing a hospital bed is considering the age of the patient. If the patient is older it can often be difficult getting out of bed. They have a higher risk of falling.

A low bed offers the convenience of height adjustment and makes getting out of bed easier for the patient and caregiver.

Can I get in and out of bed alone?

If yes, then a Semi-Electric Bed or a Low Hospital Bed would be your best choice.

If no, then a Full-Electric Bed is recommended along with a Pressure Redistribution Mattress. Pressure Redistribution Mattresses can help prevent bedsores or pressure ulcers.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, there are many other factors to consider when trying to customize a bed for your home.

We know that choosing a bed for yourself or a loved one can be a stressful task.  We want to help you make the process as simple as possible.

HomeCare Hospital Beds offers many options for at home care whether it be hospital beds, hospital bed mattresses or other home care accessories.

If you would like additional help or reassurance that your choice is best suited for you or your patient, check out our hospital bed  Buying Guide or give us a call at 877-414-0002!

The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.