Person Transfer Solutions

Person Transfer Solutions NZ — Patient Hoists, Lifters & Transfer Aids

Our range of person transfer solutions in New Zealand helps move people with limited mobility safely and comfortably between beds, chairs, wheelchairs, cars and other surfaces — reducing strain and injury risk for both the user and the carer. From patient hoists and sit-to-stand lifters to transfer chairs, slings and vehicle hoists, we supply the right equipment for home care, aged care and hospital settings. Everything ships NZ-wide with free delivery and a 12-month warranty.

New to this equipment? Our guide to the types of hoists and transfer aids explains which suits different needs.

Types of Person Transfer Equipment

• Mobile (floor) patient hoists — free-standing, wheeled hoists that fully lift a person in a sling when they can’t bear weight. The flexible choice for home care.
• Sit-to-stand lifters — for people who can bear some weight and hold on, helping them move from sitting to standing while staying active.
• Transfer chairs & commode transfer chairs — move a seated person through tight spaces, some with a commode function for bathroom transfers.
• Slings & transfer accessories — used with a hoist to carry the person safely, plus slide sheets and transfer boards for repositioning.
• Vehicle & wheelchair hoists — for getting a person or their wheelchair in and out of a car or van.
• Transfer aids & swivel cushions — simple aids that make everyday transfers, including into a car, easier.

Choosing the Right Transfer Solution

The most important question is whether the person can bear weight: if they can partially stand and hold on, a sit-to-stand lifter keeps them involved; if they can’t, a mobile floor hoist provides a full, safe lift. From there, consider the type of transfer (bed-to-chair, sit-to-stand, bathroom, or into a vehicle), the space available, and how often it will be used. An occupational therapist can assess and recommend the right equipment, and our team is happy to help you match a product to that assessment. For a fuller explanation, see our person transfer solutions guide.

Safer for Users and Carers

Manual lifting is one of the most common causes of injury in caregiving. Transfer equipment reduces the need to lift, making movement more controlled and predictable, lowering the risk of falls, and helping preserve the dignity and comfort of the person being moved. Both the carer and, where possible, the user should be shown how to use the equipment safely before regular use.

Funding for Transfer Equipment in New Zealand

Some transfer equipment may be funded for eligible users through ACC (for injury-related needs) or Ministry of Health equipment funding via Enable New Zealand or Accessable, usually after an assessment. We can provide a quote or invoice to submit to your funder. Please note Gilani Mobility is not a registered supplier under these schemes, so approval and eligibility are decided by your funder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different types of patient hoists?

The main types are mobile (floor) hoists for a full lift, sit-to-stand hoists for people who can partly support themselves, transfer chairs that move a seated person, and ceiling hoists that run on a fixed track. Slings and slide sheets are accessories used alongside them. Our hoist types guide explains each in detail.

Which hoist is best for home care?

For most homes, a mobile floor hoist is the practical choice — it’s free-standing, moves between rooms and needs no installation. If the person can partially stand, a sit-to-stand lifter is often a better fit and takes up less space.

What’s the difference between a hoist and a transfer chair?

A hoist lifts a person, usually in a sling, when they can’t support their own weight. A transfer chair moves a person while they stay seated, which suits tight spaces like hallways and bathrooms.

Can transfer equipment be funded in New Zealand?

It may be funded for eligible users through ACC or Ministry of Health equipment funding via Enable New Zealand or Accessable, usually after an assessment. We can provide a quote to submit to your funder, though we are not a registered supplier and approval is decided by the funder.

Do you deliver transfer equipment across New Zealand?

Yes. Everything in our range ships NZ-wide with free delivery and a 12-month manufacturer warranty, with remote phone and email support to help you choose.

Contact our team for advice on the right transfer solution →