A wheelchair ramp is a sloped surface or pathway designed to facilitate the movement of individuals who use wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids. These ramps are essential accessibility features that provide an alternative to stairs or steps, allowing people with mobility challenges to access buildings, homes, vehicles, or outdoor Read more…
Benjamin Franklin famously said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This applies to many things in life including the peace of mind, safety, and risk mitigation that a residential stair lift offers. The cost of an elderly person falling in the home can vary significantly depending Read more…
A portable wheelchair ramp is a ramp designed for temporary or on-the-go use to provide wheelchair and mobility scooter users with access to buildings, vehicles, or other locations that may have steps, curbs, or uneven surfaces. Portable ramps are typically lightweight, easy to transport, and can be set up and Read more…
Deciding when it’s time to buy a stair lift for your home is a personal decision that depends on several factors, including individual mobility, safety, and quality of life. Here are some signs and considerations that may indicate it’s time to consider installing a stair lift: Mobility Challenges: If you Read more…
Residential stair lifts are assistive devices designed to provide safe and convenient mobility on staircases within a home. They can benefit a wide range of individuals who may have difficulty navigating stairs due to mobility challenges, disabilities, or aging-related issues. Here are some groups of people who can benefit from Read more…
A curved stair lift is typically required when a staircase has a curved or non-standard design that cannot accommodate a straight stair lift. Curved staircases come in various configurations, and a curved lift is necessary to navigate these complex layouts. Here are some common types of home staircases that may Read more…
Assistive technologies play a significant role in supporting older adults in maintaining their independence and safety while aging in place.
Power Stair Lifts (PSL) is expanding into new geographic markets through licensing agreements with individuals and companies. Each day 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 and by 2030 all the baby boomers will be over the age of 65. At present, the senior accessibility product market is a $50 billion market Read more…
For families in the Lehigh Valley, Western New Jersey and the Poconos region, there are several affordable options to help seniors remain safe in their homes. As of the date of this post, Power Stair Lifts has a large inventory of used straight stair lifts (also known as stair glides) Read more…
Many seniors and others in the Lehigh Valley have older model Acorn stair lifts. Acorn is a well known brand for their heavy marketing campaigns across the nation. Acorn stair lifts are affordable initial purchases, but the cost of replacing parts and maintaining them may not be as affordable.