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Keep updated on the latest trends and tips from experts as well as stories from homeowners who have chosen to stay at home and age in place.
5 Common Stairlift Myths Answered
June 11, 2019Myth #1: Stair lifts are installed to the wall and require a contractor. It is a common misconception that when a stair lift is installed,...
Read MoreVacation Planning Made Simple – Great Family Attractions That Are Accessible to All
June 6, 2019In the summer, fun should have no limits. From the jaw-dropping beauty of a walk in the woods to the stomach-churning drops of a wooden...
Read MoreBe a Mental Health Hero: How to Support a Loved One Living With Depression and Anxiety
May 22, 2019When someone is living with a disability, many of the physical challenges they overcome on a daily basis are obvious to those around them. But...
Read MoreHow to Cope With Joint Pain
May 16, 2019We all have an elderly relative who will loudly proclaim, “Rain is on the way. My knees are aching.” Turns out, it may not be...
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Enjoying the Great Outdoors
May 7, 2019For many seniors, the daily routine during the winter season takes place mostly indoors, especially if the cold weather causes discomfort or winter conditions provoke...
Read MoreSix Ways to Avoid Slip and Fall Accidents at Home
April 16, 2019Falls and slips are the leading cause of injury in the home. It can happen to anyone, as none of us are immune to gravity....
Read More5 Safety Tips for Using a Stairlift
March 28, 2019Stairlifts are mechanized devices designed to help mobility-impaired individuals move up and down the stairs safely in their homes. Consisting of a mechanized chair attached...
Read MoreHow to Use Your Tax Return to Improve Your Quality of Life
February 27, 2019Getting a tax refund can feel like getting a “big kid Christmas present,” Everyone deserves a little treat now and again, but we suggest spending...
Read MoreAging in Place With Your Valentine
February 14, 2019Love is in the air, as we celebrate Valentine’s Day this month. Perhaps there is no sweeter love story than that of an aging couple...
Read MoreHandicare Meets Hollywood
February 4, 2019We’re Speechless about Handicare’s Ceiling Lift, Independent Lifter and Freecurve stairlift being featured on the hit TV show Speechless. Speechless airs Friday nights on ABC...
Read MoreProduct Spotlight: Manual Transfer Aids
October 3, 2018Ever visit someone at a hospital or home and notice nurses or care workers using funny shaped devices to either help your loved one sit...
Read MoreHow to Choose the Proper Sling
August 24, 2018So, you need a sling. Whether you have a ceiling lift or floor lift, neither do you much good without a sling. A sling is...
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