The CDC and many communities are asking people to practice social distancing to help slow the rapid spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). While there’s no need to panic, you should still prepare for what you’ll need and how you’ll keep your days filled while at home. Prepare Check that you have enough medication to make it […]

Valley Cottage, NY— 3/9/2020 — National Ramp published a list of easily-made mistakes during the ramp purchasing process to educate consumers.  “For some, the need for a ramp is urgent and time-sensitive, due to a fall or surgery. We want consumers to have all the information at their hands when they are making these important decisions,” said Garth Walker, Managing Director at National Ramp. Cheap […]

The need for a wheelchair ramp can often be urgent and time-sensitive. When faced with the pressure of trying to get a ramp for yourself or a loved one, you may be tempted by these shortcuts, which could cause severe issues in the future. 1. Cheap Today Could be Expensive Tomorrow – A cost of a safe […]

At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, where tech giants and startups alike demonstrated their products, several of the tech items displayed foster aging in place and support independent living. Tech companies are aware that the growing aging population in a digital world offers many opportunities for seniors wishing to age in […]

While seniors are targeted with ads for many non-tested dietary supplements claiming to add years to their lives, there is a less conventional prevention tool that could make a huge impact on older adults  – a handicap ramp. “But I’m not in a wheelchair, or any mobility device,” you might be thinking. While popular thought […]

Documentary Screening Events Entertain And Connect Seniors With Info & Resources “What if you could entertain people AND help keep them from falling?” asks National Ramp’s Andrew Miller. “This project does both, and our support—and rollout of screening events with the producers—aims to continue and enhance that trend.” As part of National Ramp’s continued efforts […]

The first Sunday in August is the start of International Assistance Dog Week, a celebration of the “devoted, hardworking assistance dogs helping individuals mitigate their disability-related limitations.” Visit the IADW website for more on International Assistance Dog Week and the organizations supporting this event. Here are some things to know about service dogs: 1. What […]

As we age and our abilities change, we are faced with new worries as to how we will navigate our lives. Below are five common fears of senior adults, along with suggestions to combat these concerns. How Can I Stay Healthy As I Age? There are specific health risks that older adults are more likely […]

At the start of the new year, many Americans resolve to become more fit. Exercise and its benefits are not out of reach for wheelchair-bound individuals. Here are a few benefits you can look forward to when you add regular exercise into your schedule. Maintain Independence For seniors hoping to age in place, regular exercise […]

As the Baby Boomer generation continually redefines aging and what senior living entails, many older Americans are choosing to “age in place.” This trend refers to adults choosing to modify their existing homes, so they can stay there as long as they are able to care for themselves. This allows for independence, comfort, and can […]