Patient Lift Rentals in Illinois — Hoyer-Style Lifts & Slings
Safely transfer loved ones with clinical Hoyer-style patient lifts. Reliable Medical Equipment provides manual hydraulic and electric patient lift rentals and sales, complete with personalized sling sizing and hands-on caregiver training in your home.
Available Patient Lifts for Rent or Purchase

Hydraulic or electric patient transfer lift (Hoyer-style) with customized sling for safe transfers between bed, wheelchair, and commode.
Should You Rent or Buy Patient Lifts?
Patient lifts are available for weekly and monthly rental or Medicare purchase.
| Comparison Factor | Renting Patient Lifts | Purchasing Patient Lifts |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | Short-term post-op rehab (1–6 months) | Long-term home care (>12 months) |
| Sling | Dedicated sanitized or new sling fitted to patient | Customer owns sling and equipment |
| Training | Full caregiver training included with setup | Full caregiver training included with setup |
Manual Hydraulic vs Electric Lifts
Sling Sizing & Selection
Caregiver Training at Delivery
Medicare Coverage Guidelines
Helpful Guides for Patient Lifts
Same-Day Medical Equipment Delivery in the Chicago Suburbs: How It Works
The most stressful call we get sounds like this: "Mom is being discharged this afternoon and the hospital says she needs a hospital bed and a wheelchair before she can come home. Can you help?"
Hospital Discharge Checklist: Getting Medical Equipment Home Fast
Discharge day is chaotic. Nurses are reviewing medications, the case manager is arranging follow-ups, and somewhere in the middle someone mentions that Dad will need a walker, a shower chair, and probably a hospital bed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Patient Lifts
Can one caregiver safely operate a patient lift alone?
Yes, modern electric lifts and properly positioned manual lifts can be operated by a single trained caregiver. We demonstrate transfer techniques during in-home delivery.
What weight capacity do your lifts handle?
Standard lifts support up to 400 lbs; bariatric models support up to 600 lbs.
How wide do my doorways need to be for a patient lift?
When the base legs are closed, the lift passes through doorways as narrow as 24 to 26 inches. The legs spread open during transfers for stability.