Single-Handed Care in Practice - Practical Strategies for Safer Transfers and Greater Independence
Wednesday 12 August
Free to attend | CPD certificates provided
Upcoming Free Webinar
What You’ll Learn
- The principles of safe and effective single-handed care
- Clinical considerations when determining suitability for single-handed transfers
- How client function, transfer goals and the care environment influence transfer planning
- Practical strategies for reducing manual handling risk while maintaining client comfort and dignity
- How assistive technology can support safer, more efficient transfers
- Common challenges encountered during single-handed care and practical troubleshooting techniques
- Strategies to promote client participation and maximise functional independence during transfers
| Region | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| WA (Perth) | 12.00 - 1.00 PM | 4.30 - 5.30 PM |
| SA/NT | 1.30 – 2.30 PM | 6.00 – 7.00 PM |
| VIC / NSW / QLD / TAS / ACT | 2.00 – 3.00 PM | 6.30 – 7.30 PM |
| NEW ZEALAND | 4.00 – 5.00 PM | 8.30 – 9.30 PM |
Why This Webinar Matters
As demand for community-based care continues to grow, clinicians are increasingly looking for practical ways to deliver safe, effective care while minimising physical demands on caregivers. Single-handed care is not simply about reducing the number of carers involved—it is about applying sound clinical reasoning, effective transfer techniques and appropriate assistive technology to achieve the best outcomes for everyone involved.
This webinar combines evidence-informed principles with practical demonstrations to show how clinicians can safely apply single-handed care strategies across a range of transfer situations while maintaining client dignity, comfort and independence.
What We’ll Cover
We’ll walk through the key principles and practical strategies that underpin safe transfers.
We’ll break down:
- The principles and benefits of single-handed care
- Clinical assessment and planning for safe transfers
- Practical transfer strategies across different care environments
- Techniques for lying, seated and floor-based transfers
- Strategies to improve efficiency while maintaining client comfort and safety
- Troubleshooting common manual handling challenges
- Practical considerations for community and homecare settings
See It in Action
This highly practical session is demonstration-based, allowing attendees to see single-handed care techniques applied in real-world scenarios.
We’ll demonstrate:
- Practical techniques for lying, seated and floor-based transfers
- Safe transfer planning and equipment setup
- Clinical tips for maintaining client comfort, dignity and participation throughout the transfer process
- Strategies to overcome common challenges encountered in home and community environments
- Practical approaches to reducing manual handling strain while improving transfer safety and efficiency
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to:
- Explain the principles of safe single-handed care and its role in contemporary clinical practice.
- Identify clients who may be suitable for single-handed transfer approaches.
- Apply clinical reasoning to plan safe and effective transfers.
- Demonstrate practical techniques for lying, seated and floor-based transfers.
- Apply practical strategies to troubleshoot common manual handling challenges encountered in community settings.
- Integrate assistive technology into transfer planning to improve safety, efficiency and client outcomes.
Interactive Case Studies + Live Q&A
We’ll share real OT-led case scenarios across aged care, rehab, and community, showcasing practical applications and measurable outcomes. Then, stay for the live Q&A with Enable Lifecare’s clinical team.