Posts by Hilary Pemberton
Simple Stair Lift Installation for a Safe and Accessible Home
For those with mobility concerns due to balance, joint pain and stiffness, leg strength or any other physical condition, climbing stairs can be a challenge. Even a few simple steps can seem to be an impassable obstacle and may be difficult and unsafe to access. Elderly people with mobility challenges find staircases really challenging. There…
Read MoreStair Lifts – a Great Option in Residences and Commercial Buildings
Stairs are a challenge to people with mobility issues. With increasing age, you may find it difficult to move quickly and a fall can mean loss of independence or mobility. Steep stairs in the house limit your mobility or you may become anxious while climbing stairs, which in turn may increase the risk of falling. A…
Read MoreAccessibility Devices to Age in Place Safely
Aging in place safely means living in the home and community of your choice. Installing appropriate accessibility devices makes this easier. However, many recent reports indicate that many communities in America are not as prepared as they should be to handle the most difficult challenges relating to aging in areas such as retirement, transportation and…
Read MoreHomecare Medical and Accessibility Equipment for the Elderly Population
Homecare medical equipment enables elderly people to enjoy greater independence at home. Medical equipment that comes in this category includes wheelchairs, walking aids, elevator accessibility beds, stair lifts, home ventilators etc. They are sold through distributors and can be purchased online as well. The demand for homecare medical equipment has increased significantly due to the rising…
Read MoreMeasures to Improve Accessibility in a Home
A barrier-free home is a definite asset for anyone with mobility issues and to meet its residents’ needs as they age. While various types of accessibility products are available for the purpose, accessible housing design prepares a home for older adults and allows them to stay independently in their familiar surroundings for as long as…
Read MoreEnsure Entryway Access to Your Home with a Modular Ramp from EZ-ACCESS
If you are looking to overcome the rise in elevation outside your home and ensure safe and convenient accessibility, an aluminum EZ-ACCESS modular ramp could be the ideal option. Sturdy, permanent and attractive, these wheelchair ramps can be combined with platforms and stairs and customized for the residential setting in which they are installed. As they are made of…
Read MoreAnalysis of Global Stair Lifts Market for the Period 2015 – 2021
Stair lifts, also known as stair gliders and chair lifts enable mobility impaired individuals and the elderly to overcome the difficulty of climbing stairs. These are motorized devices that have a chair or a lifting platform that is attached to a rail mounted to the treads of the stairs. A person can sit on the…
Read MoreReplacement of Wooden Ramp with Aluminum Modular Ramp Improved Safety and Accessibility in School Building
As per ADA guidelines, schools, businesses, churches, and other organizations are required to ensure accessibility for wheelchair users. Wheelchair ramps are commonly made of wood or aluminum. Ramps made of wood will not last as long as those made of aluminum or any other material. Safety is also a major concern with wooden ramps, since they have…
Read MoreNational Seating & Mobility Provided Safe and Easy Access to Stairs with a Hinged Rail Bruno Elan Stair Lift
Reliable dealers of Bruno stair lifts can provide their customers with quality mobility equipment that helps restore access, and ensure safety as well as peace of mind. National Seating & Mobility is an established supplier of quality stair lifts from Bruno. Elan indoor stair lifts from this manufacturer come with a generous-size seat and multiple height adjustments. One…
Read MoreMaking Your Brooklyn Home Senior Friendly
According to a study conducted by the Department of Aging, almost a quarter of older persons living in Brooklyn have mobility and self-care issues, higher than for New York City as a whole. As people age, they are reluctant to move out of their home, which has become a familiar place. Having a proper plan…
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