Joerns Hoyer is the industry-leading brand in patient handling, with the original Hoyer lift invented by Ted Hoyer more than half a century ago. This collection includes Hoyer's electric patient lifts, stand aids, and a wide range of patient slings, all engineered for caregiver ergonomics and patient safety across home care, long-term care, and hospital settings.
Electric Patient Lifts
The Hoyer Advance Compact Portable Electric Patient Lift offers a lightweight, foldable design rated for 340 lbs safe working load, ideal for home care and tight spaces. The Hoyer Stature Professional Patient Lift uses a 4-point spreader bar and electric base rated for 500 lbs, with a version featuring a built-in scale. The Hoyer Presence Professional Electric Patient Lift is also rated for 500 lbs and is built for heavier or less mobile residents. Rounding out the lineup, the HPL700 Power Lifter with Power Base, HPL402 Patient Lift, and HML400 Patient Lifter with 2/4 Point Cradle provide additional powered lifting options for varied care environments.
Stand Aids
The Hoyer Elevate Stand Aid with Powered Leg Adjustment is rated for 440 lbs safe working load and is also available with a digital scale for tracking patient weight during transfers. The Hoyer Journey Folding Patient Stand Aid offers an ultra-compact, foldable design to help patients stand or transfer from a seated position, especially useful where storage space is limited.
Patient Slings
Joerns Hoyer offers a wide range of slings to match each lift and patient need. The Classic Slings and Full Back Padded Slings are available in sizes from X-Small through X-Large for general transfer support. The Quick Fit Deluxe Slings offer a simplified fitting design, the Deluxe Stand-Aid Slings are built specifically for use with stand aid lifts, and the U-Slings, including versions with head support, provide padded, secure positioning for a range of patient sizes.
Why Choose Joerns Hoyer
Hoyer lifts are engineered with ergonomic handle and leg designs that let caregivers get closer to the patient, reducing the risk of back strain and injury during transfers. Powered models support smooth, controlled lifting for heavier or less mobile patients, while foldable stand aids and compact lifts serve home care and space-limited settings equally well.
Choosing the Right Hoyer Product
For lighter, semi-mobile patients, a stand aid such as the Elevate or Journey may be sufficient, while heavier or fully dependent patients are better served by an electric lift such as the Stature or Presence, both rated for 500 lbs. Home care and small spaces favor the compact, foldable Advance lift, while institutional settings benefit from the added capacity of the Power Lifter or Patient Lifter models. Match your sling choice, size and style, to the specific lift and patient needs.
Compare Joerns Hoyer Products
| Model | Product | Key Feature | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOY-ADVANCE-E | Advance Compact Portable Electric Patient Lift | 340 lbs capacity, foldable | Home care and tight spaces |
| HOY-STATURE | Stature Professional Patient Lift | 4-point spreader bar, 500 lbs | Heavier or less mobile patients |
| HOY-PRESENCE-S | Presence Professional Electric Patient Lift | 500 lbs safe working load | Institutional and demanding care |
| HOY-ELEVATE-S | Elevate Stand Aid with Powered Leg Adjustment | 440 lbs capacity, powered legs | Partially mobile patients |
| Journey | Folding Patient Stand Aid | Ultra-compact, foldable | Limited storage space |
| HPL700 | Power Lifter with Power Base | Powered base lifting | Institutional care settings |
| NA1608/NA1603 | Classic Slings | Available X-Small through X-Large | General transfer support |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are Hoyer lifts suitable for home care?
A: Yes. Hoyer offers portable, foldable lifts and stand aids such as the Advance and Journey that are compact and easy to store, well suited for home care or smaller living spaces.
Q: Can Hoyer lifts handle heavy patients?
A: Yes. Models like the Stature and Presence are rated for up to 500 lbs safe working load, making them appropriate for heavier patients or bariatric care.
Q: What is the difference between the Elevate and Journey stand aids?
A: The Elevate Stand Aid uses powered leg adjustment and is rated for 440 lbs, with an optional digital scale, while the Journey is an ultra-compact, foldable manual stand aid designed for limited storage space.
Q: Is caregiver training needed to use Hoyer lifts safely?
A: Yes. As with any patient transfer device, proper use of slings, positioning, and lifting technique is essential for safe operation.
Q: What kind of settings are Hoyer lifts designed for?
A: Hoyer lifts serve a wide range of care environments, including home care, assisted living, long-term care, acute care hospitals, hospice, and rehabilitation facilities.
Q: What sling options are available for Hoyer lifts?
A: Joerns Hoyer offers Classic Slings, Full Back Padded Slings, Quick Fit Deluxe Slings, Deluxe Stand-Aid Slings, and U-Slings, in sizes ranging from X-Small to X-Large.