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Well, now, if you’re tryin’ to get someone who’s not so steady on their feet, or maybe they’re sittin’ in a wheelchair, into a car, you gotta do it right, or you might hurt both of ya. Now, listen here, I’ll tell ya how to do it proper so no one ends up in a mess.

First thing, you gotta be careful. Don’t rush. You know how it is, sometimes when you’re in a hurry, you forget the most important part – safety. So, before you even think about liftin’, make sure you’re in the right position. Stand right behind ’em. Not beside, not in front, behind. Get close. The closer you are, the easier it is, and you won’t strain yourself too much.

Now, reach your arms around under their arms, like you’re tryin’ to get a hug from behind. But instead of goin’ around their shoulders, you go lower – right under the arms and grab onto their forearms. Now, don’t be grabbin’ too high or too low, find that spot that feels comfortable for both of you. Your palms should be facing down. That’s the way to do it.

Next thing – bend your knees. Yep, you heard me. Don’t bend at the waist like you’re pickin’ up a bag of potatoes. Squat down low, get your legs involved. That’s the key to liftin’ someone without hurtin’ yourself. You wanna use your legs, not your back. Your legs are stronger than your back, remember that. Now, when you’re ready, push up with your legs and keep the person close to your body. Don’t stretch your arms out or lean too far back – that’s how you hurt yourself.

Now, if you’re thinkin’ about doin’ this with two folks, well, that’s a whole different story. When you got another person helpin’ you, it makes things easier, but you gotta work together. What you wanna do is each of you reach under the person’s knees, and one of ya takes the wrist of the other person who’s helpin’. Lean in close to ’em. Both of ya need to be bendin’ down low, like you’re workin’ together to lift a big ol’ sack of flour, but only it’s a person, not flour. Work as one, and you’ll get ‘em in the car just fine.

Sometimes, though, there might be special lifts you can use, like the Milford lift. This here is somethin’ you can get for the car, and it’ll help lift the person right into the seat, no fuss. It’s got a harness and all, and it’s made for comfort. It’s quick to set up and doesn’t take too much effort on your part. If you’ve got one of these gadgets, it makes the job a whole lot easier, especially if you’re on your own.

Now, if you’re usin’ a lift of some sort, just remember – always talk to the person. Let ‘em know what you’re doin’, count together, and make sure they’re helpin’ out if they can. A little communication goes a long way. If they’re able to move their legs or adjust their body, it’ll make everything smoother. So, you and them, you’re in this together, and you gotta be on the same page.

Now, sometimes, the person you’re helpin’ might not be able to get into the car on their own, and you might need a bit of extra help. If that’s the case, don’t be afraid to ask for help. You got neighbors, you got family, you got folks who can lend a hand. The last thing you want is to hurt yourself, so don’t try to do it all alone if it’s too much.

And if you got ‘em into the car and they’re settled in, don’t forget to check if they’re comfortable. Sometimes, sittin’ in a new position can be a bit tough on the ol’ bones. Adjust the seat, make sure their feet are flat, and everything is just so. You want ‘em to be comfy, don’t you?

In the end, liftin’ someone from a car or a chair ain’t easy work, but if you take your time, bend your knees, and think things through, you can do it without hurtin’ yourself or the person you’re helpin’. Stay close, be careful, and don’t rush. That’s the key.

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