Posts by Hilary Pemberton

Threshold ramps make small steps and doorway thresholds in homes and commercial buildings accessible to wheelchair, scooter, walker, and cane users. The Americans for Disabilities Act (ADA) stipulates that thresholds cannot be higher than ½ inch at accessible doors, including sliding doors. ADA specifies that changes in level along the route that are greater than…

As the name indicates, multifold ramps are designed to be folded and carried around. Convenient and easy to use, they can be unfolded to a wide platform to accommodate wheelchairs and scooters with various wheel configurations. These quality platforms can be transported in a vehicle for use in another location and are specially designed for rear door…

A residential stair lift helps older adults and people with disabilities get around their multilevel home safely and comfortably. In the year 2000, the Center for Health Statistics reported that people age 60 and over represented 17.2% of the New Jersey population and that this proportion was expected to grow to be 25.7% of the population by…

When a few steps or a small rise in level make it impossible for a wheelchair user to access a building, a ramp is the answer. A leading provider of accessibility products, National Seating & Mobility is focused on providing personalized solutions. One of its clients in New Jersey wanted a ramp that would allow…

Bathroom-related falls and injuries are common, mainly with the elderly. Most falls are due to slippery bathtub and shower floor surfaces, sliding shower doors that move unexpectedly, and dim lighting. Installing bathroom safety features is key to reducing the risk of falling. If you are considering renovating your bathroom for your loved one’s safety, make sure to…

Home accessibility is a major problem for people who have difficulty with stairs. Whether the staircase is inside or outside the home, it can keep them from moving around freely and independently. Bruno stair lifts are specifically designed to resolve such challenges. They take you up and down the stairs in a comfortable seated position,…

There are many types of wheelchair ramps such as fixed ramps, portable ramps and modular ramps. The material used in their construction also differs ranging from aluminum and steel to wood. Choosing the right wheelchair ramp system would depend on your specific requirements including where you need to install it. Where you need to use it: The…

Commercial wheelchair lifts allow seniors and wheelchair users to access the different floors of commercial buildings easily and safely. In public buildings such as churches, offices, hospitals, malls, schools, libraries, care homes and so on, wheelchair lifts help resolve the challenges posed by stairways or elevated platforms. These accessibility devices are built to accommodate wheelchairs of…

Older Americans are living longer and better and want to stay active and independent. People are realizing that they need to make their homes accessible to accommodate the needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. Modular ramps enhance home accessibility for the elderly and people with disabilities. National Seating & Mobility supplies a wide range of…

Did you know that 55% of all senior fall injuries happen inside their house?* As people age, they often lose some level of mobility, strength, vision and coordination. Unfortunately, this can cause their home to become a dangerous place to navigate. According to a 2020 report published by the University of Michigan 32% of seniors…