While home wheelchair ramps usually aren’t legally required to follow the standards in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), adhering to ADA ramp guidelines is still the best way to get easy and safe wheelchair access to your home. Local building codes may also require private ramps to follow certain safety standards, often based on […]

Summary: When choosing a folding ramp, consider factors such as weight capacity, material, design and more. The best folding wheelchair ramp has a no-bounce aluminum construction and is easy to fold and store.  What to Look for in a Folding Ramp Figuring out how to choose a wheelchair ramp for your home can feel overwhelming, […]

Several surgical procedures may leave you with some mobility challenges, and realistic expectations are crucial for the recovery process. Preparing for your return home after surgery is a responsibility you should take seriously to ensure you heal well and have fewer complications. This preparation includes access solutions like ramps and other fall prevention measures that keep […]

Wheelchair ramps provide well-deserved mobility and independence when entering a home or accessing public spaces. If you plan to install this feature, you should first understand what makes a user-friendly ramp. You must also consider various ramp features that impact safety. This guide explores these crucial concerns. You can use this advice to select a […]

If you’re looking for a residential ramp for your home or that of a loved one, you might discover there’s more to the decision than you initially thought. Ramps are a wonderful addition that can make entering and exiting the home more accessible. They have a positive impact on people’s daily lives, enhancing their freedom […]

Everyone can relate to the comfort of the place that you call home. At National Ramp, our goal is to help you enjoy your home for as long as possible by ensuring that your home is a safe place for you as long as possible.  Keeping Your Independence and Living Life To The Fullest Older […]

Falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults, with 36 million reported among Americans aged 65 and older each year. Fortunately, falls are also highly preventable. By keeping up with exercise, making your home safer and using assistive devices, you can help prevent falls and the injuries they cause. What Causes Older People […]

Around 36 million older adults report falls yearly, one out of every five of which causes an injury. While many of us are aware of these physical consequences of falls for older adults, the mental and financial repercussions are seldom talked about — yet extremely important. You’re not alone if you’ve fallen or feel your fear of falling […]

Falls in older adults happen frequently. In the United States, more than 1 in 4 adults over 65 falls annually. While falls are common, you shouldn’t think of them as normal. Although your risk factors generally increase with age, falling isn’t inevitable. Learning what causes the elderly to fall can help you make changes to reduce the […]

Living a comfortable and fulfilling life involves having the freedom to move around as needed. Wheelchair ramps offer an accessible way to travel from one place to another and are an investment in the health and safety of the wheelchair user. When choosing to buy versus rent wheelchair ramps, follow this guide encompassing the benefits […]