Can you think of a time when you needed help carrying something upstairs in your home? Or perhaps down the stairs to a basement or garage?
Over the past four decades, many people have asked us for help with this problem. Now, we would like to offer some tips and information that we hope you find helpful.
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Sometimes, feeling safe and at ease in your own home is something that gets taken for granted. As we age, something that used to be a favorite feature in our home can suddenly become a big challenge. The grand two-story foyer that you fell in love with may mean that half of your home is trapped on the other end of a long staircase. Or perhaps your backyard is several steps down from the raised deck that you enjoy so much. Finding a reliable solution to overcome these issues will help you remain safe and comfortable for years to come.
One of the most common barriers that aging adults face is a home with multiple levels. As balance and mobility become more of a challenge, one or more sets of stairs can stand in the way of full access to your home. Luckily, there are several safe, reliable solutions to help you conquer the stairs and continue to move freely from one floor of your home to another.
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If you or a loved one has ever experienced a fall, you know how terrifying it can be. Oftentimes, a fall can lead to injury and even hospitalization. In fact, roughly 36 million people over the age of 65 fall each year, with 3 million of those falls resulting in emergency room visits. Of those, 800,000 are hospitalized due to a head injury or hip fracture, often caused by falling sideways.
Read on to discover the most common causes of falls in the elderly and some of the steps you can take to prevent them.
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As parents age, the need for a safe and welcoming living environment arises. Common home layouts, including stairs, uneven flooring and narrow hallways, can make getting around difficult and increase the possibility of falls.
The solution? An accessible mother-in-law suite.
Learn how to create a handicap-accessible mother-in-law suite that allows your loved one to reside comfortably in a location built for their needs.
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One thing that we are often asked by our clients is: do accessibility lifts and LULA elevators comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements? In order to answer that, we will first start off with a high level overview of what the ADA is and where it applies. Then, we’ll tackle the question of where accessibility lifts and LULA elevators fit into the equation!
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