Abstract: A transfer apparatus for aiding in the transfer of persons confined to a wheelchair from the wheelchair to another support surface (e.g., beds, toilets, commodes, seated showers, household furniture, etc.) which is adapted to be used with a wheelchair having a frame and a pair of rear tires disposed on an exterior of the frame. The apparatus includes a rectangular body defined by a pair of lateral edges, a pair of longitudinal edges, a top surface and a bottom surface. Proximate the first lateral edge is positioned a first securing component and proximate the second lateral edge is positioned a second securing component, both securing components for securing the body to the wheelchair. In use, the first securing component is received in an armrest housing and the second securing component is received between one of the rear tires and the frame of the wheelchair.