The Upbed Independence is a motorized rotating lift bed that helps people with limited mobility get in and out of bed safely and independently — without a caregiver, without a hospital bed, and without surrendering the look of a normal bedroom. At the touch of a button it swivels 90 degrees left or right and raises you to a near-standing position, then lowers you back down the same way. It functions as four things at once: a flat sleep bed, a sit-up bed for reading or TV, a chair-position bed for eating or visiting, and a lift bed that stands you up and lowers you back down. The 500 lb. capacity and premium memory foam mattress set it apart from the medical-grade alternatives it replaces for most home users.
The Independence addresses a specific problem: getting in and out of bed safely when strength, balance, or mobility make that difficult. The people it works best for include older adults who struggle to push themselves upright from a flat position, anyone recovering from surgery or an injury where getting out of bed independently matters for both safety and morale, people whose caregivers are managing the physical strain of multiple assists a day, and anyone who has been told they need a hospital bed at home but wants to avoid the institutional look and feel that comes with it. The Independence handles 500 lbs., ships with a premium memory foam mattress rather than a medical foam pad, and uses an attractive modern black frame that reads as furniture rather than equipment. It won't fit every situation — it's a Twin XL only, and it requires open space on at least one side for the rotation — but for the right user it replaces multiple pieces of equipment at once. More about who the Independence is designed for →
"The question we get from customers considering this bed is usually whether it will actually let them get up without help. The answer depends on the person — if you can use a lift chair independently, you can likely use the Independence the same way. The rotation and lift do the mechanical work. What it also changes is the equation for caregivers — multiple assists a day out of bed is physically hard on everyone involved, and a bed that handles that automatically changes the dynamic significantly."
Jake
General Manager & DME Expert — Broadway Home Medical, Wichita KS
The Independence operates through four distinct positions, all controlled through a wired eight-button remote. In the flat position it functions as a standard adjustable bed, with separate head and leg section controls that allow independent adjustment — raise the head without raising the knees, or combine both for a more supported recline. In the sit-up position the head section raises to support reading, TV, or resting upright. In the chair position the bed rotates 90 degrees so your legs hang off the side and the headboard becomes a backrest — useful for eating, visiting, crafting, or any activity you'd normally do seated. In the lift position the rotation continues and the frame raises you to a near-standing height so you can plant your feet on the floor and stand without pushing yourself up from a lying position. The same sequence in reverse lowers you back down. The rotation works in either direction — left or right — so the bed fits any room configuration without requiring placement against a specific wall. How the lift and rotation works →
Most hospital-style adjustable beds require a compatible foam mattress that sacrifices comfort for function. The Independence ships with a multi-layer memory foam mattress specifically engineered to flex through all four positions without losing support. It contours to the body for even pressure distribution whether flat, inclined, or rotated. The mattress cover does double duty — it's a breathable 4-way stretch fabric that also zips onto the frame itself, which is how the mattress stays securely in place when the bed rotates and lifts. Standard Twin XL sheets and blankets fit normally. About the mattress →
The padded armrests serve two roles depending on the bed's position. When flat, they function as bed rails that prevent accidental rollout. When the bed rotates and raises, they become standing supports — the padding is deliberately non-bulky and textured for grip. Each armrest can be raised and locked in an upright position to allow side transfers, or removed entirely. A wired eight-button remote clips to the armrest so it's always within reach and can't be lost or need batteries replaced. Motion-activated under-bed safety lighting illuminates the floor when movement is detected — relevant for nighttime trips where a dark floor edge is a fall risk. Two USB power outlets at the base of the frame keep devices charged without reaching for a wall outlet. A battery backup using two standard 9-volt batteries returns the bed to flat in a power outage — emergency one-time use only, not for repeated operation. About the armrests and safety features →
The Upbed Independence carries a 10-year limited warranty. Year 1 includes full in-home service with parts and labor covered. Years 2 and 3 include full parts coverage without labor. Years 4 through 10 cover the bed frame and non-electric mechanisms only — electric parts and labor are not included after year 3.
| Size | Twin XL |
|---|---|
| Bed Length | 80" |
| Bed Width | 38" |
| Weight Capacity | 500 lbs. |
| Rotation | 90 degrees — left or right |
| Positions | Flat sleep, sit-up, chair, lift — infinite head and leg adjustment |
| Mattress | Multi-layer memory foam — included |
| Mattress Cover | 4-way stretch breathable fabric — zips to frame |
| Remote Control | Wired 8-button — clips to armrest |
| Armrests | Padded, adjustable — rail, standing support, or removable |
| Safety Lighting | Motion-activated under-bed |
| USB Outlets | 2 — at base of frame |
| Battery Backup | 2 × 9V — emergency flat return, one-time use |
| Linens | Standard Twin XL sheets and blankets |
| Frame Package Dimensions (top) | 81.49" × 42.13" × 8.27" |
| Frame Package Dimensions (bottom) | 81.49" × 42.13" × 11.81" |
| Mattress Package Dimensions | 11.81" × 11.81" × 41.34" |
| Warranty — Year 1 | Full in-home service, parts and labor |
| Warranty — Years 2–3 | Full parts coverage, no labor |
| Warranty — Years 4–10 | Frame and non-electric mechanisms only |
Common questions we hear from customers considering the Upbed Independence at Broadway Home Medical.
A single button press begins the sequence: the bed rotates 90 degrees to either the left or right side, then raises the frame to a near-standing height so your feet reach the floor and you can stand without pushing yourself up from a lying position. The same process in reverse lowers you back down. The motors run slow and smooth — no sudden movements. If you can manage a lift chair independently, you can likely manage the Independence the same way.
The Independence is designed for seniors and individuals with limited mobility, balance concerns, or conditions that make getting in and out of bed difficult or unsafe. It's also a strong alternative to a home hospital bed for users who need functional assistance but want something that looks and sleeps like normal bedroom furniture. Caregivers managing multiple daily assists often find it meaningfully reduces physical strain on both parties.
The Independence covers the core functions of most home hospital beds — adjustable head and leg positioning, bed rail protection, and transfer assistance — while also adding the 90-degree rotation and lift function that hospital beds don't offer. It ships with a premium memory foam mattress rather than a medical pad, and the frame looks like furniture rather than equipment. For many home care situations it replaces a hospital bed, a lift chair, and a separate adjustable bed frame simultaneously.
A multi-layer memory foam mattress is included with the Independence. It's designed specifically to flex with the adjustable frame through all positions without losing support, and contours to the body for even pressure distribution. The 4-way stretch fabric mattress cover zips directly onto the frame, which is what keeps the mattress securely in place during rotation and lifting. Standard Twin XL sheets and blankets fit the bed normally.
In the flat position the armrests function as bed rails. When the bed rotates and raises, they become standing supports with textured padding for grip. To enter or exit from the side you can raise and lock them upright — or remove them entirely. The wired remote clips to the armrest so it's always within reach.
The Independence includes two standard 9-volt batteries that provide enough power to return the bed to a flat position in the event of a power outage. This is emergency one-time use only — the battery backup won't operate the bed repeatedly. The bed won't be left stuck in a raised or rotated position during an outage.
The Upbed Independence is available in Twin XL only — 38" wide by 80" long. It requires open floor space on at least one side to allow the 90-degree rotation. No headboard or footboard is used — the frame replaces your existing bed entirely.
Yes — standard Twin XL sheets and blankets fit normally. Before the bed raises you up, most users drape the top sheet and blanket over one of the armrests and tuck it slightly so it stays in place during the lift, leaving their legs uncovered and free to stand clear without tripping.
Medicare does not cover the Upbed Independence directly. Some private insurance plans may offer partial reimbursement if the purchase is deemed medically necessary under your specific plan. Contact Broadway Home Medical to discuss your options.
The Independence carries a 10-year limited warranty. Year 1 includes full in-home service with parts and labor. Years 2 and 3 include full parts coverage without labor. Years 4 through 10 cover the bed frame and non-electric mechanisms only — electric parts and labor are not covered after year 3.
The Upbed Independence is available at Broadway Home Medical, Wichita's largest DME store. Stop by either of our two locations or call us to discuss whether the Independence is the right fit for your situation, room configuration, and mobility needs.
Specifications are approximates and subject to change without notice. The Upbed Independence is not a Medicare-covered item. It cannot be returned once purchased except in the event of damage or defect on arrival, in which case it will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's option. Battery backup is for emergency one-time use only. Room must provide adequate clearance on at least one side for 90-degree rotation.
