Posts by Hilary Pemberton
Custom Ramps for the Disabled
Older adults and people with mobility issues who use a wheelchair or mobility scooter would benefit greatly by having a ramp in their home. The system should be designed to meet the specific requirements of the user and to comply with local building requirements. National Seating & Mobility can provide you with one that meets your…
Read MoreRental Ramps – Safe, Temporary Accessibility Solution
If your requirement for a ramp is temporary, then renting is the best option. Usually, rental ramps are beneficial for House guests with disabilities Rental properties Short-term rehabilitation Recovery after a surgery Special events such as graduations, weddings, elections or social gatherings You can hire high quality DIY (Do-It-Yourself) modular handicap wheelchair ramps from National Seating &…
Read MoreAluminum Wheelchair Ramps – Absolutely Worth Buying
If you are planning to buy 100% maintenance free and environment-friendly wheelchair ramps for your commercial or residential purposes, consider purchasing an aluminum wheelchair ramp. It is absolutely worth buying because it is strong, durable and light-weight and can be easily installed within hours. It fits perfectly even in the tightest of locations. Usually, aluminum series…
Read MoreOpen Mesh Steel Ramp Provided Relief for User As Well As Caregivers
Overview For seniors with mobility issues, getting in and out of a wheelchair to use the stairs is a major issue. Caregivers also face many challenges when looking after their loved ones. Wheelchair ramps are a simple and convenient solution for wheelchair and scooter users to access steps with ease. They do not have to…
Read MoreResidential Wheelchair Lifts Help to Increase the Mobility of Wheelchair Users
Residential wheelchair lifts consist of a platform onto which a wheelchair and its occupant are loaded, and it moves vertically relocating the passenger to upper decks, raised entries or different levels in a home. They are also known as vertical platform lifts (VPL) and can be installed to fit perfectly with the architectural design of your…
Read MoreWheelchair Ramps – Maintain Freedom and Comfort without Sacrificing Safety
It’s a great idea to make your home wheelchair accessible, as it will make life easier for mobility challenged persons. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a building must be accessible for wheelchair users and a wheelchair ramp can make this possible. Ramps help overcome the everyday barriers posed by single steps and door thresholds…
Read MoreHow the Elderly and People with Limited Mobility Benefit from Exterior Stair Lifts
If an elderly person or someone with limited mobility wants to enjoy the beauty of the garden, or sit in a deck chair and read books, or would like to relax in the patio or porch with their loved ones, then an exterior stair lift could be a good choice. These stair chair lifts are designed exclusively…
Read MoreHow Beneficial Are Steel Wheelchair Ramps?
A ramp is a valuable mobility enhancing product that adds comfort, convenience and safety to your lifestyle, especially that of mobility-challenged people. Many manufacturers provide ramps of various types and materials. The steel wheelchair ramps designed and manufactured by the industry-leading manufacturer National Ramp are ADA-compliant and can be quickly installed. These aesthetically pleasing ramps come with…
Read MoreRamp Rental – Frequently Asked Questions [Infographic]
Wheelchair ramps play a key role in improving the accessibility of mobility impaired individuals. However for short-term or temporary purposes like a rehabilitation program, renting a wheelchair ramp is a great idea. Read the infographic below to see whether you can benefit from the ramp rental option offered by National Seating & Mobility.
Read MoreHow Ramps Help to Load Wheelchairs and Scooters into a Vehicle
A ramp is an inclined plane that helps wheelchair and scooter users to safely and easily enter into and exit from a building or vehicle. Portable ramps are usually used in vehicles such as trucks, vans and SUVs. They are durable and light-weight and are easy to carry, use and store. They can be placed temporarily at…
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