Accessibility Solutions for the Home and Business

When traveling with an accessibility challenge, your destination prospects can be limited due to the needs you have to get around the city with ease. Taking a trip to the Finger Lakes & Ithaca will change your mind about being worried during travel, and make you wish that many other travel destinations would take their lead. Ithaca's forward thinking accessibility can lead to a fun weekend in the area.  Here is a list of places we recommend to visit while there: Dining Sitting on a Small Farm Outside of Ithaca, Ithaca Beer Co.  is a great place for dining or beer tasting while in the area. There are a multitude of accessible parking spots, accessible parking, and plenty of room indoor and outdoor for dining. Founded in 1998, the family run operation houses a taproom and a farm to table restaurant to satisfy your food and drink needs.  Nature Trails Let's talk about Taughannock Fall State Park. The Waterfall hidden with the state park is one of the natural attractions ...

Home Stair Lift Costs : What to Expect. So the time has come for adding a stair lift to your home?  In the US alone, nearly 100,000 stair lift units are sold per year. Picking the correct brand and style for you and your home is important. We have put together a small break down of the approximate stair lift costs below. Straight Straight stair lifts can cost between $3000-$5000 for a new unit. Having anew unit means that you can take advantage of the warranty that it comes with as well for the life of the unit. Some companies also offer used units for a discounted cost. When choosing a used unit, be sure to ask how old the chair is, and if it has been properly removed from the old home by a professional. This way you will not end up with a broken unit, or a unit that may only last for 2 years or less because of its age.  Specialty Specialty units of stair lifts are available as well for around $4000-$7000. These units may have more features, or can keep the rider upright when...

 Is a Wheelchair Lift Right for Your Home? Long Term home care means long term decisions for your homes accessibility. For some, a stair lift is an easy answer. For those in a wheelchair, it is not always that simple. Installation of a wheelchair lift can help with independence in ones own home at all times of the year.  Let's get down to the basics of a wheelchair lift to help you make that decision.  Price Depending on the model chose, A wheelchair lift can cost anywhere from 8000- 15,000. This is a nominal fee when considering the alternatives of a retirement or medical care home, or an in home nurse. Home costs around $12,000 or more a month! Travel Distance Travel distance would be the largest deciding factor when deciding between a wheelchair lift and an elevator for your home. A wheelchair Lift can accommodate multiple stops just like an elevator can. However, a wheelchair lift can only rise up to 14 feet. Any travel distance above 14 feet will require the use of a...

  5 Reasons Why You Should Be Looking at  Accessibility Equipment Now Planning for the future, and making moves to stay longer in the home you love, will easily become the best decision you have ever made. People in Rochester, Syracuse, and Buffalo, New York are all learning what a prudent choice it is to learn about Accessibility equipment now. Stair Lifts, Residential Elevators, Wheelchair Lifts, and Ramps are just a few examples of this kind of tax exempt equipment that you could be adding. The reasons to do this kind of research now are endless. In the words of Maya Angelou, you would be " Hoping for the best, preparing for the worst, and unsurprised by anything in between."   We have narrowed it down to the 5 most popular/important reasons. 1. Lessening Financial Responsibility Preparing your home for accessibility now will give you a better chance to look for financing options, or saving money to pay for the project fully before your retirement age. This lessens the...

  Can Anyone Install a Stair Lift? Considering adding a Stair lift to your home is not an easy decision. Sometimes looking on Facebook Marketplace, Craigs List, or asking around the neighborhood of Rochester, NY ,all seem like cost effective options.   As with anything, doing things yourself comes with it's own risk. Not having your stairlift removed or re-installed by a professional can be dangerous. Here are some things to consider from our educated staff at Access Lifts and Ramps: Safety - The Stair Lift could come off of the stairway at a bad time, further injuring the user.  Did the old owner care for it as reccommended? Are all of the pieces needed included to make it operate correctly? Service - There are not many companies that will service a stairlift that has been installed by the home owner or a relative. Liabilities run high when companies attempt to repair stair lifts that are not cared for, or installed professionally.  Warranty - Used units that are...

Assisted Living  VS.  Home Accessibility  Making decisions on how to care for a loved one or family member is not an easy decision. Making them  feel independent ,while also giving yourself a sense of peace, knowing that they are properly and safely provided for is a real task. Costs of assisted living facilities are on the rise. The pandemic has made choosing assisted living an even more uneasy decision to come upon lightly.  Research shows that in 2021, Costs of Assisted Living Facilities can range from $3400 up to $11,000 per month in New York State.  The average cost is $5920 per month. This amount could be a one- time payment option on a home  piece of equipment that will provide home accessibility for years to come!  Benefits of Choosing Home Accessibility Instead 1. Cost Effective Adding accessibility equipment to the home that your family or loved one is already residing in is cost effective!  Stair Lifts Range from $3000-$12,000 fo...

Modular Wheelchair Ramp systems come in both wood or aluminum styles. These ADA Compliant ramps can add a sense of Safety and Convenience to your home. These systems are fully customizable to your home or business, and are a low maintenance accessibility option. They can be purchased, or they can be rented from our office.  Top Reasons to Install a Wheelchair Ramp System: 1. I ndependence Wheelchair Ramps give the individual the independence to do so many daily activities once again. Running Errands will no longer be a n inconvenience, rather, a normal daily activity. Getting outside for some fresh air will be an easy thing to do at any time. This is especially great for users that prefer to be on their own more often.  2. Safety You no longer have to worry about yourself or your loved one leaving their home in rain storms or other inclement weather. These ramp systems have gripping technology on their exterior, and make it easier for the individual in the wheelchair to avoi...