Long-term care hospital beds for nursing homes, assisted living and serious home care: low heights for fall safety, higher weight limits and chair positioning. Authorized dealer, Rated No. 1 in customer service, fast nationwide shipping.
Long-term care hospital beds are built for people who spend most of the day in bed or need help getting in and out of it. Compared with a basic home care bed they go lower to the floor, raise higher for the caregiver, carry more weight and add positioning like Comfort Chair, cardiac chair and Trendelenburg. We carry 10 of them from Joerns, Invacare, Protekt, Drive and Graham-Field’s Basic American line, and every one is fully electric.
How to Choose a Long-Term Care Bed
Low height for fall risk
If the resident might roll out or get up alone at night, pick a bed that goes down to about 7 inches. The Joerns EasyCare, UltraCare XT, Invacare CS600 and both Protekt Protopia beds all reach 7″, and the Protopia Ultra Low is the lowest-cost way to get there. Pair a low bed with a fall mat and the right rails from our bed rails and accessories.
Width and weight
Most residents fit a 35″ or 36″ deck. For a larger person, or a resident who needs room to turn, the CS600 Expandable and EasyCare widen to 42″, the Protopia EXP goes to 48″, and the Zenith 7200 uses a Slide-W-I-D-E deck. The UltraCare XT is rated 650 lbs. Above that, look at our bariatric hospital beds.
Positioning the staff will use
Comfort Chair and AutoTransfer (Joerns) or a one-button cardiac chair (the Matrix 6200 and Zenith 7200) sit the resident up for meals and bring the bed to a safe exit height. Trendelenburg and reverse Trendelenburg are on the Joerns AdvanceCare controls and the Graham-Field Advanced Positioning staff control.
Buying for home rather than a facility? A full electric home care bed or a semi-electric hospital bed may be all you need. Every bed needs a mattress that matches the deck size; see our hospital bed mattresses.
Comparing models? Our Hospital Bed Buying Guide matches each bed we carry to the resident and the room, and the Hospital Bed Knowledge Base answers the practical questions: sizes, features, upkeep and what a facility should check before it buys. Or call us at 585-505-6665.
Setting up a long-term care bed? Our guide to hospital bed positions and settings covers low-height settings, rail and entrapment rules, and positioning by condition.
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Long-Term Care Hospital Bed Comparison
Our top long-term care hospital beds, side by side: the best sellers, a budget pick and the heavy-duty options. Heights, widths and capacities are the manufacturers’ figures (weight capacity is the safe working load, which includes the mattress and rails). Every bed we stock is in the product grid; call 585-505-6665 if you want us to check a bed against your room and resident.
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| Product | Price | Height Range | Deck Width | Weight Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joerns EasyCareExpandable long-term care bed | from $1,834 | 7″–30″ | 35″, 39″, 42″ (integrated models) | 600 lbs | Facilities that want Comfort Chair and AutoTransfer |
| Joerns UltraCare XTHeavy-duty long-term care bed | from $2,607 | 7″–30″ | Standard, 42″ width kit optional | 650 lbs | Heavier residents and higher-need care |
| Joerns WeCareLong-term care bed, split or 1-piece frame | from $1,353 | 8″–28″ | 35″ (39″ or 42″ CareWide option) | 450 lbs (400 lb patient) | Everyday nursing home and home care |
| Protekt Protopia Ultra LowUltra-low long-term care bed | from $1,129 | 7″–31″ | 36″ | 500 lbs | Fall-risk residents at a lower price |
| Invacare CS600 Expandable WidthFull-electric, built-in width expansion | $1,570 | 7″–30″ | 36″, 39″, 42″ | 600 lbs | Larger users, one bed for many sizes |
| Zenith 7200 APSHi-low bed with Advanced Positioning, made in USA | from $1,636.99 | 7.95″–30″ | 35″ fixed or Slide-W-I-D-E 35″–42″ | 550 lbs | Trendelenburg plus a deck that widens |
| Medacure ULB7/30Ultra-low long-term care bed | from $1,470.99 | 7″–30″ | 36″ (length extends 80″–88″) | 500 lbs | Fall-risk residents, optional central locking |
| Medacure American Spirit SLB48-XExpandable width long-term care bed | $1,666.99 | 14″–30″ | 36″, 42″, 48″ | 550 lbs | One bed that widens to 48″ |
| Medacure ULB3.9Super-low floor bed, split frame | from $1,743.99 | 3.9″–25″ | 36″ or 42″ | 450 lbs | Highest fall risk: the deck lowers to 3.9″ |
Head and foot boards, rails and mattresses vary by bed; each product page lists what’s included. Matrix 6200 and Zenith 7200 figures are from Graham-Field (Basic American). New to hospital beds? Start with our Hospital Bed Buying Guide.
The questions families and facilities ask us most about long-term care hospital beds.
Long-Term Care Hospital Bed FAQs
What is a long-term care hospital bed?
What’s the difference between a long-term care bed and a home care bed?
How low should a hospital bed go for fall risk?
Which bed is best for a heavier resident?
What is Comfort Chair or cardiac chair positioning?
Do these beds come with a mattress and rails?
What size mattress do I need?
Can a long-term care bed be used at home?
How long does a long-term care bed last?
Does Medicare pay for a long-term care hospital bed?
Medacure Versatile ULB7/30 Ultra Low Long Term Care Bed – 7" to 30" Full Electric Hospital Bed, Optional Central Locking, 500 lb
- Ultra Low 7" to High 30"
- Hi/Lo, Head, Foot and Auto Contour
- Optional Central Locking System
- 500 lb Weight Capacity
- Boards and QBar Assist Bars Included
- Length Extends 80" to 88"
Joerns EasyCare Expandable Hospital Bed, 35" to 42" Wide, 600 lb | Long Term Care Bed, Roll In Low or Roll Any Height
- Joerns EasyCare hospital bed is an expandable long term care bed (35" fixed or 35" to 42…
- 7–30 Inch Powered Height Range
- 600 lb Safe Working Load
- Integrated Width and Length Expansion on Select Models
- One-Touch Comfort Chair Positioning
- One-Touch AutoTransfer Positioning
Medacure American Spirit SLB48-X Expandable Width Hospital Bed – 36" to 48" Long Term Care Bed, 14" to 30", 550 lb
- Width Expands 36", 42", 48"
- Length Extends 80" to 88"
- 550 lb Weight Capacity
- Hi/Lo, Head, Foot and Auto Contour
- 14" to 30" Height Range
- Boards and QBar Assist Bars Included
Medacure Versatile ULB48-X-7/30 Ultra Low Expandable Bed – 36" to 48" Wide Long Term Care Bed, 7" to 30", 550 lb
- Width Expands 36", 42", 48"
- Ultra Low 7" to High 30"
- 550 lb Weight Capacity
- Optional Central Locking System
- Length Extends 80" to 88"
- Boards and QBar Assist Bars Included
Hospital Bed Fully Electric – Invacare CS600 Full Electric Hospital Bed Standard Width
- ️ Lowers to a 7-inch deck height
- ️ 600 lb safe working load
- ️ Full-electric head, knee and height positioning
- ️ Easy-clean slat deck sleep surface
- ️ Optional rails, extension kit and accessories
- ️ Meets IEC 60601-2-52 safety standard
Medacure 42" Wide Hospital Bed – American Spirit SLB42 or Ultra Low ULB42 Long Term Care Bed, Full Electric, Up to 550 lb
- Fixed 42" Wide Mattress Deck
- SLB42 14"-30" or ULB42 9"-30"
- Up to 550 lb Weight Capacity
- Hi/Lo, Head, Foot and Auto Contour
- Length Extends 80" to 88"
- Boards and QBar Assist Bars Included
Medacure ULB3.9 Super Low Floor Bed – 3.9" to 25" Low Floor Hospital Bed for Fall Risk, Split Frame, 36" or 42" Wide, 450 lb
- Lowers to Just 3.9" from the Floor
- Rises to 25" for Caregiving
- Trendelenburg and Auto Contour
- 36" or 42" Wide Deck
- Split Frame Folds for Transport
- Patient Assist Bars Included
Joerns WeCare Nursing Home Bed, 35" Wide, 450 lb Safe Working Load | Long Term Care Hospital Bed
- Joerns WeCare nursing home bed is a long term care hospital bed (450 lb safe working loa…
- ️ Ultra-low height, down to 8 inches on low models
- ️ AutoContour comfort positioning support
- ️ Durable long-term care frame
- ️ Optional width and length extensions
- ️ Designed for one-person delivery and setup
Joerns UltraCare XT Heavy Duty Electric Hospital Bed – Long-Term Care Bed with 7" Low Height, 650 lb Capacity
- Joerns UltraCare XT heavy duty electric hospital bed has an ultra-low 7" height, a 650 l…
- ️ Ultra-low 7" safety height
- ️ Heavy-duty 650 lb safe working load
- ️ One-touch Comfort Chair and AutoTransfer
- ️ Optional AdvanceCare staff controls
- ️ Built for daily long-term care use
AmeriLux Ultra Low Bed – Graham-Field Floor Level Extended Care Bed, 4" to 30", 36" or 42" Deck with Head & Footboards
- Lowers to 4" From the Floor, Rises to 30"
- 550 lb Safe Working Load
- 36" or 42" Deck Width
- One-Button Comfort/Cardiac Chair Standard
- 4 Wood Finishes, With or Without Staff Control
- Four Locking Casters, Standard
Zenith 9200 APS 600 lb Hospital Bed – Hi-Low Extended Care Bed with Slide-W-I-D-E® Option and Head & Footboards
- 600 lb Safe Working Load, 550 lb Patient
- Hi-Low Height From 7" to 30"
- 36" Fixed or 36" to 42" Slide-W-I-D-E® Deck
- 4 Wood Finishes, With or Without Staff Control
- Two-Pedal Central Locking System
- 15-Year Frame & Weld Warranty
Adjustable Hospital Bed – Invacare CS600 Expandable Width Bariatric Hospital Bed
- ️ Expandable width: 36, 39 or 42 inches
- ️ Ultra-low 7-inch deck height
- ️ 600 lb safe working load
- ️ Cardiac chair positioning
- ️ Reverse Trendelenburg positioning
- ️ Meets IEC 60601-2-52 bed standard
Zenith 7200 APS Electrical Hospital Bed – Premium Hi-Low Care Bed with Advanced Positioning and Custom Options
- Cardiac Chair & Trendelenburg Positioning
- Hi-Low Height for Safer Transfers
- 35 to 42 Inch Slide-W-I-D-E® Option
- Two-Pedal Central Locking System
- SilverSolutions® Antimicrobial Powder Coating
- 15-Year Frame & Weld Warranty
Protekt Protopia EXP PMLTC36EXP Hospital Bed, 550 lb, Expands 36" to 48", 7" to 31" Height | Home Care Bed
- Protekt Protopia EXP home care hospital bed (PMLTC36EXP) expands from 36" to 48" wide wi…
- 550 lb Weight Capacity
- Heavy-Duty Welded Steel Frame
- Eight 3-Inch Casters, 4 Locking
- Expands 36" to 48" Wide
- Low 7" to 31" Height Range
Protekt Protopia PMLTC36 Ultra Low Long Term Care Bed | 36" Width, 500 lb, Adjustable Length
- Protekt Protopia PMLTC36 ultra low long term care bed with a 7 to 31 inch height range, …
- 500 lb Weight Capacity
- Heavy-Duty Welded Steel Frame
- Eight 3-Inch Casters, Four Locking
- Ultra-Low 7–31 Inch Height Range
- Tool-Free 80–88 Inch Length
Matrix 6200 Electric Hospital Bed – Premium APS Model with Ultimate Comfort, Safety, and Expandable Options
- One-Button Cardiac Chair Position
- Straight-Line Hi-Lo Height Travel
- 36" Deck Expands to 39" or 42"
- Ultra-Quiet Sealed Ball Bearings
- Two-Stage Safety Lockouts
- Tool-Free Assembly, USB Charging Ports
Drive Medical Prime Care P503 Adjustable Height Low Bed – Low Bed for Elderly, 7.8" to 30" Height, 450 lb Capacity
- 450 lb Capacity, 425 lb Resident Weight
- 76" to 80" Length Extension
- 3" Heavy Duty Locking Casters
- Low 7.8" to High 30" Height
- Fixed Wall Bumper, Caster Guide Locks
- 8-Function Pendant With Auto Contour
Long-Term Care Hospital Beds for Sale
Every bed on this page is a fully electric hospital bed built for long-term care, at home or in a facility. Not sure which one fits? Read our Hospital Bed Buying Guide or call 585-505-6665.
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