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When you are looking at major renovations, it’s essential to make sure you choose the right mobility aid for your home. Depending on your choice, the cost and process can differ considerably. How can you be sure to make the right choice when it comes to the equipment as well as the installation? Here is … Read more
Are you experiencing difficulty navigating your staircase at home? Have you decided to install a chairlift to prolong your independence? We celebrate your initiative! There are three important questions you need to consider when selecting your choice of chairlift. Does the chairlift need to meet specific standards? What certification cards should the installer have? Should … Read more
Are you looking to install an elevator or platform lift? This type of installation requires a certified professional. How do you choose your contractor? How can you know if they are qualified for the work you need done? STANDARDS AND LICENSES | When you are installing an elevator or platform lift, standards differ a little. … Read more
Are you going back and forth between an elevator and a platform lift? What are the advantages of each, and which will best suit your needs? This article will help you make an informed choice. The Advantages of a Platform Lift Let’s begin by defining what a platform lift is. A platform lift is a … Read more
A physical handicap, or reduced mobility, presents a fair number of challenges. Where can those be suffering from such turn to for practical help? Ergo therapists, Precious Allies What is ergo therapy? In this context, ergo therapy is focused on helping those dealing with handicaps or reduced mobility to be more autonomous, improving their quality … Read more
Adapting your home for better accessibility can be a tedious and costly project. Thankfully, in Canada, there are several financial aid programs, grants and tax credits that help bear the financial burden. Here is a detailed list of the available programs. Residential Adaptation Program (PAD) This is a program that is available to any homeowner … Read more
Accessibility to public places should be a priority for any store or business owner. Older ones and those with limited mobility are incredibly grateful for such efforts. In Québec, automatic door openers are now mandatory in all new construction for public offices to make our cities more accessible to all. What Is an Automatic Door … Read more
Access to primary levels of your home or commercial buildings are among the first obstacles that those with limited mobility, especially those who rely on wheelchairs, face. When the entrance is narrow or too steep, a platform lift is an ideal solution. Here are other added benefits of owning a platform lift: They Take Up … Read more
3 Things to Consider When Choosing Between a Chair Lift or an Elevator Should you install a chair lift or an elevator? Which mobility aid will work best for your needs? This is not a decision you should make lightly. You must carefully consider which mobility aid is ideal for your personal situation. Which option … Read more
Choose the Right Care for Your Aging Parents: Nursing Home, CHSLD, or Home-Support Services There comes a time when hard decisions need to be made. If your parents are beginning to lose their autonomy, you would perhaps like them to stay at home, but you wonder if living in a nursing home or a CHSLD … Read more