Valentine’s Day may be one of the most controversial holidays in existence. While most people can agree that love is a good thing, the capitalistic nature of this particular festive occasion often shoves an unattainable picture of romantic relationship perfection in the faces of the masses for the entire month of February. It can be …

When looking into a wheelchair ramp, you may have had a well-meaning relative or friend offer to build you one or connect you with someone who can build one “for cheap.” In our industry, we refer to these as “Chuck in a Truck” (people who pretend to be contractors but are actually unlicensed and untrained) […]

Winter can be wildly unpredictable as even the US’s Southern regions can be hit with a snowstorm. While you winterize your property, be sure to give your ramp some attention to make sure it’s in the best shape possible before the weather conditions worsen. Fall cleanup is the perfect time to check your ramp to […]

Choosing a ramp is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. You may be interested in the benefits between a permanent ramp (either wood or concrete) and the modular ramps offered by National Ramp. Here are some reasons why a modular ramp may be a better fit for you. Layout flexibility We sometimes compare […]

House-hunting for an accessible home for someone with a disability can have challenges. Fully accessible homes are difficult to find, especially if you are looking to rent your home. However, it is increasingly easier to find homes built to be inclusive of the needs of people with disabilities. Remember that no one can discriminate against […]

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which went virtual in 2021, has always showcased the most forward-thinking and innovative tech. And in recent years, developers have seen the value in creating technology to meet the needs and concerns of the large senior citizen and disabled populations in our country. Here are a few products that caught […]

As the end of 2020 draws near, you may be wondering how you can best celebrate the holidays safely. The CDC has published a comprehensive list of guidelines to best decrease the risk of contracting COVID-19 for you and your loved ones during the holidays. Please remember that these are just advisements, and your area […]

As ramp manufacturers, we see many well-intentioned attempts to create an acceptable wheelchair ramp. One common problem is the slope height, which poses a hazard for someone with mobility difficulties to reasonably bypass the stairs outside their home. When the caretakers of disabled friends and relatives realize how impractical and even outright dangerous these homemade […]

Senior Citizens have long been targets of financial scams. Unfortunately, many of these scam artists find increasingly convincing ways to deceive older adults into giving them their money or personal information. Suspect Be aware of anything suspicious or out of character, from your financial institutions, the government or your loved ones. No one should call […]

While many states are beginning to roll out their reopening plans following the COVID-19 stay-in-place orders, public health officials are urging people to be cautious and stay vigilant to continue preventing the spread of the disease. The concerns to stay healthy are especially urgent for seniors, people with paralysis, and other immunocompromised people. Limit Your […]