Why You Should Have a Stair Lift in Your Home

Fall reaction

Fall detection is a well-known way to protect your aging relatives from the fatal consequences of a sudden drop. Most medical alert companies offer competent fall detection technology incorporated into their products. The main advantage of such personal emergency system is that elders are able to take their small emergency help buttons anywhere in a form of wristband or necklace, and upon falling all they have to do is pushing the button. The built-in fall detection technology also notes when the carrier’s height suddenly changes and automatically signals for help.

This way your elderly can count on help even if they are unable to move or unconscious. On the other hand, fall detection has two big drawbacks: first, the system is never 100% accurate; and second, fall detection doesn’t prevent a fall, only react to them after it occurred.

Stairlifts to the rescue

One of the greatest risk factors in a senior’s home is the staircase that forces them to take an inclining hike on narrow, slippery, hardwood floors. Most aging adults feel uneasy or anxious when they have to take the stairs. Stepping slowly, while grabbing the handrail, only makes the situation a bother. The solution for the problem is installing a stair lift. A stair lift is a mechanical lift with a chair, designed to transport people up and down the stairs by moving on a rail. The system is also referred to as a stair chair or stair glider. It is comfortable, easy to handle, and most importantly: safe.

Stair lifts give elders their confidence back by allowing them to freely move up and down between floors. They come in many shapes and forms and are available for both straight and curved stairwells. The seats usually have safety belts, arm- and footrests to maximize safety and comfort. Standard and heavy-duty lifts operate either on electricity or battery.

The determining factor when it comes to ordering a stair lift is the dimensions of your staircase, as the price and installation time vary depending on the type of the stairs. Straight stair lifts are cheaper and easier to install, while curved ones need more detailed construction and they also cost more. You can also consider whether or not you wish to purchase the stair lift or simply rent it. Either way, stair lifts are a great way to ensure your beloved family member is able to enjoy the golden years independently.