How to Choose the Right Ramp
Let’s face it, most individuals will need to research a ramp at some point in their lives. Whether for a visiting friend, temporary use after a surgery, an older relative who is struggling with...
View ArticleYour Towel Bar Can’t Save You
(This blog post about bathroom safety is a contribution by Kindra French, owner of 101 Mobility of San Diego, CA) Kindra French, owner of 101 Mobility San Diego Mr. and Mrs. Sparkman are a lovely...
View ArticleMobility Aids: How to Broach the Topic with Parents and Older Relatives
As the Baby Boomer generation ages, there is an increasing trend in choosing to “Age in Place” rather than in a nursing home or assisted living facility. With this push towards an independent lifestyle...
View ArticleWhat is a Lift Chair?
While you may not know exactly what a Lift Chair is or who benefits from one, the chances are you have seen one before. That’s because a Lift Chair looks no different from a standard reclining chair –...
View ArticlePlanning Ahead: Holiday Accessibility
With October only a day away, fall is officially in the air. Depending on which part of the country you live in, you may even be experiencing the cooler temperatures and changing leaves in full force...
View ArticleChoosing the Best Stairlift: FAQs
“My husband has knee problems, and he’s having trouble getting up and down the stairs in our home. It’s painful for him, and I’m worried that he might hurt himself. My friend has a stairlift and we are...
View ArticleFrom “No” to “Go”– A Story of Changing Stair Lift Perceptions
This blog post is a contribution by Kindra French, owner of 101 Mobility San Diego One Friday evening, just as I had turned on the stove to begin making dinner, the phone rang. I turned the burner off...
View ArticleThe Best Products for Accessibility in Your Office Building
When dealing with handicap accessibility in the workplace, it is important to assess the needs of your employees and the type of building you’re in. Different layouts may cause different hindrances on...
View ArticleHome Elevator Cost: A Consumer’s Guide
If you live in a multi-story home, you may have concerns about navigating the stairs, especially if you face physical limitations as a result of injury, surgery, or just age. While it may be tempting...
View Article“Hoyer Lifts” and Portable Patient Lifts – What’s the Difference?
You may have heard the term “Hoyer Lift” before, but you probably haven’t heard of a “patient lift“. That’s because a “Hoyer Lift” is a type of a patient lift, and is a well-known brand name. Just...
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