You just finished getting your blood taken at the hospital and are tired. As you make your way to the elevator lobby, you notice that it is packed. One of the elevators is out of service, causing a backup. In your younger years, you would’ve just taken the stairs, but that is no longer an option.
People take everyday things for granted. Being able to walk up and down stairs, drive to their job kick around a soccer ball in the backyard and even take a shower are just a few examples of activities that can be a hardship for the elderly and those with disabilities.
In one sense, the prospect of aging seems less daunting as we get older. Instead, we appreciate every day as a gift for us to enjoy and make the most of. However, the natural consequences that aging has on the body can prevent us from taking full advantage of that gift without some help.
Having to witness a loved one age can be an incredibly difficult process. It’s crucial that their increasingly limited physical ability is accepted and accounted for and, as a result, the appropriate accommodations are put into place to assure a better quality of life. Early on, young people are provided with the safety and protection of their parents or guardians; but later on, it’s their responsibility to safeguard those that had once been the protectors.
Lower participation in worship by persons with disabilities is rarely caused by a lack of interest, but rather by barriers to participation that exist in architecture, communication or attitude. (Rife, Janet Miller, and Ginny Thornburgh. A Community Action Guide to…
While Mobility123 specializes in equipping homes with a variety of independent living solutions, such as elevators, stairlifts, and wheelchair lifts, we also readily recognize that there are many low-tech, easily-accessible remedies to potentially dangerous home conditions that can cause injuries resulting from slips and falls in icy or otherwise unsafe areas. We urge homeowners of all ages and abilities to take these simple steps to slip-proof and accident-proof their homes during the coming winter season, as an additional safeguard taken alongside our mobility solutions.
Most people associate personal elevators with one of two things: opulence, or home mobility solutions. Either way, the prevailing assumption about these elevators tends to be the same – “there’s no way I can afford it!”
Accessibility bathing is now more convenient and comfortable thanks to the redesigned Escape Plus walk-in tub from Best Bath Systems, a leading manufacturer of accessible showers and tubs. The new model includes redesigned curved door, control switches, and faster drains. The new ergonomic curved door, designed with the user in mind, improves accessibility to slide directly into the tub and easily close the door once seated. Increased seat height and width offer greater ease for both sitting and standing. Ultimate comfort and relaxation features include standard heated seat; added water jets, from six to eight; and extra depth for full body soaking.
Below are some answers to common questions about raising your home and Base Flood Elevation (BFE) guidelines.
This is by no means an exhaustive exposition on the subject. It is intended to be a starting point for those looking to hire a professional to work on their home.
