Stair lifts for the home are a blessing for those who have a multi-level house but may not be able to navigate stairs safely because of an injury, pain in the joints, weakness in the muscles, or balance problems. Adding a stair lift is often a much better option for people who prefer to “age[Read More]
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Choosing the right stair lift for you
A stair lift can be a valuable asset for those who wish to “age in place.” Instead of downsizing to a smaller, single-story home or moving to an assisted living community, adding a stair lift to your current home can allow you to stay in comfortable and familiar surroundings. However, if you’ve never shopped for[Read More]
How much electricity does a stair lift use?
When working with a client that is choosing a new stair lift, or while doing stair lift installations, one of the most frequently asked questions we receive is how much electricity is it going to take to operate the lift. Since many of our clients are on fixed incomes, they are concerned they may start[Read More]
Home Modifications Tax Credit Legislation Receives Growing Support
On March 29, 2017, United States Congressman Charlie Christ of Florida introduced the Senior Accessible Housing Act (HR 1780) to the U.S. House of Representatives as a home modification tax credit. The act, if ever signed into law, would allow individuals 60 years of age and older to receive tax-based credits to modify their homes[Read More]
Frequently asked questions about stair lifts
For people with mobility issues that don’t want to move out of their current homes, stair lifts are and excellent alternative to downsizing to a different home or retirement community. Choosing the right stair lift for your home depends on a number of factors, including the number of stairs being covered, whether your staircase is[Read More]
Home Modifications Tax Credits: How the livable homes tax credit makes updates affordable
According to the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, recent U.S. Census reports indicate that more than 950,000 Virginians have one or more disabilities, but a low percentage actually take advantage of Home Modifications Tax Credits. By the year 2025, more than 25% of Virginians will be over the age of 60, and the[Read More]
A Consumer’s Guide To Stair Lifts: Finding the Right Stair Lift Type for You
Stair lifts are a great option for people who want to stay in their own multi-level home but are having trouble navigating stairs. Depending on the model you’ll need for your home, and any options you are looking for, stair lifts are definitely an investment. But when you consider what it would cost to move[Read More]
Bathroom Safety Tips for Seniors
Your golden years can be the best time of your life. You’re living the life you’ve been building, and you deserve to remain in your home and keep your privacy. Yet sometimes, the home you’ve shaped for yourself can pose a threat. Let’s start with bathroom safety. A high percentage of seniors experience imbalance issues[Read More]
Home Accessibility and Rumors Surrounding Making the Home Accessible
The need to make your home more accessible can stem from a number of reasons: you just moved into a new home that does not provide for adequate mobility, you’ve recently become wheelchair-bound and need to renovate to meet your new needs, or you’ve been living in a home that does not have adequate home[Read More]
Types of Disabilities & Unique Home Needs
Hampton Roads Mobility exists to help improve the quality of life of the disabled. With a few small changes to your existing home, vehicle, and life, you or your loved one can be much more comfortable. Whether aging in place, living with a disability, or caring for a child or adult with special needs, Hampton[Read More]