Yes, I have set up a couple clients - the lift chair has to have a wired pendant.

It is then interfaces with the Break Boundaries Response 2000, which replaces the pendant. This device receives IR signals. You then set up a Logitech Harmony Hub with Activities and then pair to Alexa.

It is a multistep process, but once setup, it works well.

Be forewarned, there are some piccidillos with Logitech Harmony that have to be worked out since you can only operate activities with Alexa. This means that every function has to have two commands, but once it is set up and the client is shown how to use it, it works well.

If the user has an AAC system, you could simply program the IR codes to the AAC device and bypass the Harmony Hub and Alexa.

On Thu, Mar 19, 2020 at 1:31 PM Alisa Brownlee <xxxxxx@alsa-national.org> wrote:

Hello all,

I have a client with ALS that has no hand or arm function but can walk and speak clearly. He is in need of a voice control for a seat lift recliner chair as he is home most of the day by himself. I know we have discussed voice command bed controls, but has anyone used them with a lift chair? He uses an Amazon Echo in the house.

Any input appreciated.

Regards,

Alisa

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