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 […]

A residential ramp is ideal for helping wheelchair and mobility scooter users climb stairs and keep their independence, but how do you know which ramp you need? The best way to get the right answer is to know the right questions to ask when purchasing a ramp.  This guide is here to help you find […]

Installing a ramp in your yard makes it easier for people who use mobility devices like walkers, scooters, wheelchairs and canes to navigate the outdoor space. From a steep hill leading to a garden to your front door entrance, you can add a ramp wherever you need it. Besides ensuring your ramp meets accessibility standards, […]

Ramps help people with mobility devices travel smoothly and comfortably. They reduce hazards like slipping, tripping or falling, letting people who use wheelchairs, scooters, canes and walkers enter and exit buildings safely. While ramps in public facilities must follow specific standards, homeowners and private property owners aren’t bound by those guidelines. However, following recommended measurements, […]

If you or a loved one is preparing for hip replacement surgery, a doctor may have told you that the ability to move around after surgery is very important to the recovery process. Movement keeps the muscles engaged and improves blood flow in the lower body, helping to prevent blood clots. Being able to move […]

Depending on where you live, rainfall can be frequent, or you can experience snow and ice during winter. These elements can make your wooden wheelchair ramp wet, causing a safety hazard. If exposed to the elements for too long without proper care, moisture can deteriorate your wheelchair ramp to the point where you must replace […]

In the United States, 13.7% of adults have a mobility disability. To live at home, they’d have to make modifications to improve their home’s accessibility. Many people start by making their home wheelchair accessible with a ramp. However, when you want or need to sell your home in the future, you may wonder how a wheelchair ramp affects […]

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is widely known as a progressive degenerative diseasebrought about by blows to the head. CTE was originally called “punch drunk” (given toprizefighters in the ring), and “dementia boxerae” (given to boxers). The name was changed in2010 to “chronic traumatic encephalopathy” to reflect the broader range of causes of thedisease. CTE affects […]

If you are facing mobility challenges, you may have considered getting a ramp for your home. As you start exploring your options, one of the first questions you may have is whether you need a building permit to install a wheelchair ramp. The straightforward answer is yes. Learn more about what a wheelchair ramp permit […]

When you need assistance in your daily life, you might wonder how to live independently with a disability. Thanks to advancements in technology, it’s easier than ever to transform a space so it is fully accessible and allows for independent living for disabled people. Living independently with a disability brings a measure of control back […]