If you’re looking for ADA handrail specifications for wheelchair ramps, please see this post. The following article discusses ADA specifications for handrails used inside the home — specifically in the bathtub and near the toilet. ADA handrail specifications are a set of guidelines established by the Americans with Disabilities Act, which installers are encouraged to…
There are numerous handicap aids for the home which can make it easier to get around and regain that feeling of independence. We’re confident you can find the right tool to assist you in this list of handicap aids we have put together. Handicap Aids: Around The House These handicap aids are designed to…
New Jersey is an excellent wheelchair accessible state, with plenty of locations and attractions built to meet the unique needs of all its visitors. In this post we will go over a few of those attractions, and discuss what there is to do in NJ during the winter months. Finding the Best Wheelchair Accessible Locations…
Holiday tips for caregivers can never be too plentiful this time of year. Additional stress and demands are placed on caregivers during the holidays, not only from clients but from the caregivers themselves. As a caregiver, there’s a tendency to feel as though you need to keep doing more, which could lead to you pushing…
Traveling is an arduous task for anyone, even those who travel frequently for work or pleasure run into stressful situations from time to time. When it comes to traveling with a wheelchair that stress is multiplied, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have an enjoyable time. Wheelchair travel can be made less stressful with proper…
Mobility aids are typically reserved for one or two purposes: either the person needs them as part of a rehabilitation program when recovering from an injury, or they’re needed for long-term assistance when an individual has a difficulty with walking that’s more permanent. Mobility aids are designed to perform one or more of the following…
A handicap chair lift is designed to help you overcome obstacles in your home when your mobility is limited. That’s the literal definition, but it means so much more thban that to our customers. We can tell by the joy we see in our customer’s eyes once they realize they have regained the mobility they…
There are many types of walkers available to assist those with limited mobility, but which one is best for you? How do you even know what to start looking for? In this post we’re going to put together a checklist of questions you should ask yourself before choosing a walker, and then we’ll go over…
ADA ramp specifications are provided by the Americans With Disabilities Act. Most businesses are required to meet these specifications. When it comes to residential ramps, there is no requirement for them to meet ADA ramp specifications. However, it is still highly recommended that residential ramps are constructed with ADA guidelines in mind. For the most…
Remember that feeling of sinking into your favorite chair with ease, and passing the hours with your favorite TV show or a good book? That’s the feeling re-created by power lift recliners, which can gently guide you from a standing position to a fully seated position effortlessly. From there, you can even relax further and…