Posts by Hilary Pemberton

Staircases pose a major challenge for the older adults with limited mobility. In fact, exterior stairs can be too risky for people with mobility issues as they are generally exposed to the weather elements, and can become slippery and cause falls. Exterior stair lifts allow users to navigate stairs from the front door to the sidewalk or…

Straight stairlifts are designed exclusively for tracks that travel only in straight lines. They are suitable for use where a stairlift only needs to travel in one straight line without any interruptions from landings or platforms, turns or curved steps. Straight stairlifts can be installed on either side of a staircase. Installing one does not…

Stairs and raised landings pose a formidable challenge for wheelchair users. Ramps are designed to overcome this issue. Ramps provide easy access over steps, raised thresholds, and landings for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Wheelchair ramps include custom, modular and portable ramps. National Seating & Mobility offers custom wheelchair ramp systems for homes, institutions, and commercial buildings.…

Stairs pose a major barrier for seniors and people with mobility impairments. Installing a stair lift is a practical solution to the problem. This motorized device is designed to help the user navigate a staircase easily, independently and safely. National Seating & Mobility offers different models of stair chair lifts for straight and curved staircases.…

As you know, wheelchair ramps are easy-to-use and safe accessibility solutions that enable disabled as well as elderly people to enjoy complete freedom to move in, around and outside their home safely. Some disabilities are permanent, while others may be temporary. For temporary requirements, buying or investing in a wheelchair ramp isn’t always the most realistic choice…

Curved stairs can add beauty and elegance to a home, but can become a major barrier if a family member develops mobility issues. Spiral stair designs can make climbing and descending the stairs a risky task, especially for older adults with mobility issues. Curved stair lifts are designed to overcome this problem. These devices can be custom-installed…

Ramps provide easy access over steps, raised thresholds, and landings for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Suitable for homes, institutions and commercial buildings, wheelchair ramps can be easily carried along and installed anywhere and also removed quickly. National Seating & Mobility offers an extensive range of wheelchair ramps designed for various applications in residential and commercial…

If you happen to ask older adults what their biggest fears are, a majority of them will reveal that they have a fear of falling. Falls among seniors have become a major health concern in the United States. In fact, the risk of falling and fall-related problems rises with age, with reports from the US…

Winter represents the hardest times for people with mobility issues. Many elderly people with mobility issues prefer to stay in their homes rather than risk using their wheelchairs outside when winter precipitation creates a potentially unsafe environment. When snow and ice accumulate on surfaces, safe access to and around a building becomes difficult. Buildup of…

Cold winter months have their own beauty with ice and snow all around. It is indeed a beautiful sight when the snow first falls, or you see evergreen trees almost frozen in time. But snow fall, freezing rain, icy sidewalks and pathways can create an unsafe environment for everyone, especially for those with mobility issues.…