As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, spring is the perfect season to refresh your home and make it more accessible for everyone. Whether you’re preparing for visits from family, want to support an aging loved one, or simply are looking to future-proof your home, a few thoughtful upgrades can make a world of a difference. If you’re looking for spring safety tips for seniors or want to ensure the best home safety for elderly loved ones, now is the time to start.
Here are some practical, effective ways to boost mobility in your home this spring– a true caregiver spring checklist for anyone supporting aging adults.
1. Upgrade Entrances with Ramps and Thresholds
Start your spring home preparation for elderly family members at the front
Do you or a loved one frequently use a mobility aid but want to live an active and travel-friendly lifestyle? Vehicle wheelchair ramps and vehicle wheelchair lifts make it easy to transfer heavy mobility aids (such as a wheelchair or power scooter) into a vehicle.
In this guide, we'll go over the differences between a wheelchair vehicle ramp vs lift, and which option may be best suited for your needs.
Navigating the Tax Landscape of Medical Devices – A State-by-State Guide
When purchasing medical devices for personal or family use, your state may impact the overall cost of your items. While most states provide some form of sales tax exemption for medical devices, the details vary from state to state.
In general, most states provide a blanket exemption for all medical devices, or a tax exemption for medical devices prescribed by a licensed provider. However, there are some exceptions.
In this blog, we'll provide an overview of medical device taxes in each state.
As we age or navigate physical limitations, mobility scooters can become important tools for maintaining an independent, active life. But transporting these devices can pose a challenge. While some mobility scooters can easily disassemble or fold for transport, other models are too heavy to be easily lifted into a car or van.
That's where mobility scooter lifts come in, providing a practical solution for users to load scooters
Vehicle lifts are convenient pieces of equipment that can easily transfer your scooter or power wheelchair inside of or onto the back of your vehicle. But do you really need a lift? If you’re toying with the idea of investing in a vehicle lift, consider these points which can help you to decide if you really need one.
When you start the process of buying a vehicle lift, you’ll probably immediately notice that there seem to be endless choices. How do you choose the vehicle lift that is right for you and your mobility vehicle? We have some advice to help you start the process.
