As a company that provides and fits stairlifts in London, 1st Step Mobility know how important it is for many that they remain both mobile and independent. Pain, illness and disability can make all of this difficult and as people grow older they may start to consider downsizing or moving to bungalows for the sake of accessibility. However, this is not the right choice for everyone and you may not want to move because of fond memories, the community, neighbours and friends. So what can you do instead? The answer is to future-proof your home!
Stairlifts
Those with lower (or steadily decreasing) mobility that makes taking the stairs a difficult task may find installing a stairlift to be a great help to them. Some make the decision to move to bungalows to avoid the problem of stairs but this is not always a practical solution for many reasons including upheaval and overall cost. The vast majority of stairways are able to accommodate some kind of stairlifts in London, which you can have installed by experts for a reasonable price – the 1st Step Mobility team even offer a free no-obligation assessment service to check your home’s suitability so you can make the best choice for you.
Bathroom Renovation
Bathrooms are one of the most important areas of the home, but also contain an array of hazards for the elderly or disabled. Renovating your bathroom or just making a few adaptations can make all the difference and can help future proof your home for any possible health conditions. You might want to consider installing handrails, higher toilets, walk-in baths, shower seats, non slip mats and easy turn taps. Here at 1st Step Mobility, we offer a bath lift, which will easily fit into the standard bath size, that will lift the user to the top of the bath, allowing them to get out of the bath freely and independently.
Eliminate trip hazards
Whether removing obstacles or drawing attention to – rugs may need to be removed, or you may wish to paint stair steps contrasting colours to make them more distinguishable from above. Be sure to tidy away things like trailing wires and look into increasing the light levels in your home, as this means trip hazards can be more easily seen and avoided.
