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So, how to fit a stairlift? For those people who find it difficult to move around their home, the first thing they look for is a stairlift. It is one of the most well known living aids available for mobility issues. It’s also one of the most successful for enabling people to remain independent. So…
Are you wondering “Should I buy a reconditioned stairlift?” Many people think that because an item is reconditioned, it’s never as good as buying a brand new product. Although this can sometimes be the case, it’s very rare to find a bad quality reconditioned stairlift; especially if you choose a reputable provider. In our eyes,…
Adjusting to disability can be tough. We sometimes assume a disability is something that affects people from birth. This isn’t always the case. In fact, were you aware that 80% of people with disabilities were actually born without them? This means that 80% of people have had to learn to adjust to a whole different…
Regaining Your Independence doesn’t have to be a huge mountain, you can start with small chunks. Having limited mobility can sometimes feel incredibly restricting, especially if you were previously a very mobile person and living in your own home. It can often feel like you are restricted to staying at home as getting up and…
How does disability awareness fit with toy companies? It’s been an argument which has been raging for many years between disabled people and toy companies. There’s very little in the way of representation of disabilities in the toy industry. However, at the end of January, toy giant Lego revealed a brand new set of figures…
Disability waiting times for housing are huge. Even for the able-bodied, it can be hard getting onto the housing ladder. So imagine the stress it can cause people who have a disability that restricts the home they can buy. Especially when the properties that are available just aren’t adequate for their needs. If that wasn’t…
How does a stairlift affect the family? It’s a big thing to invest in a stairlift. Whether it’s for yourself or a family member. A stairlift doesn’t just affect the person using it. They also have a great impact on the lives of those surrounding them.
There’s a few misconceptions about stairlifts. If you’re thinking about buying a stairlift, it’s likely that you’re weighing up the pros and cons. The main pro is that they can make your life and your family’s life easier and more comfortable. When it comes to assessing the cons, it can be a bit more difficult…
We’ve spoken a lot about what to consider before investing your hard earned money into a stairlift and we’ve spoken about your safety and the benefits of reconditioned, new, heavy duty and curved stairlifts, but what can you do to make sure your stairlift stays in an efficient working condition?
In a previous blog, we wrote about how you can help transform your business into a disability friendly environment. Following on from this, let’s look at how to help make your home disability friendly too. Living with a disability shouldn’t make you worry about moving around your own home. We want you to feel…