Hospital Foundation provides Stryker chairs to DCMH

(GREENSBURG, Ind.) – The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County has added 10 new patient care chairs to Decatur County Memorial Hospital. 

The Stryker chairs are designed to provide enhanced comfort for patients while improving maneuverability and ergonomic design for caregivers. 

Hospital staff said the transport chairs may seem simple, but play a significant role during some of the most vulnerable moments for a patient. 

“After a long Oncology treatment session, a patient was fatigued and unsteady, and even short distances felt overwhelming. Using one of the new Stryker transport chairs, our staff was able to move the patient safely and comfortably, without rushing or discomfort. The patient was able to relax, knowing they were supported, and the caregiver could focus fully on their safety,” said DCMH Outpatient Manager Erin Alloway. 

A family member of one patient has already noticed how beneficial the Stryker chairs can be. 

“At a recent visit, I dropped my mom and dad off at the door while I went to park. I expected to find them waiting inside the entryway for me to help transport my mom to the office she needed to visit. I was surprised to find that my parents had already made it to the right department by the time I returned from the parking lot. I asked my dad if someone helped him, and he said, ‘No, I can drive this one by myself,” Sandy Nieman. 

The addition of the Stryker chairs was made possible through the generosity of donors and community partners who believe in strengthening local healthcare resources. 

“Thanks to generous community support, we are able to enhance the experience for patients, families, caregivers, and our healthcare teams alike,” said Mandy Lohrum, Foundation Director. “Since being placed into service, the chairs have already made a meaningful difference, supporting smoother transport, improved comfort, and greater ease of use.”

The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County remains committed to funding initiatives that enhance the patient experiences and support those who deliver care.

For more information about the Hospital Foundation of Decatur County or to learn how to support future department grants, please visit dcmh.net/foundation or call 812-663-1220.