The often recycled stories make it difficult to discern fact from fiction with stair lifts. Therefore, you may have a negative impression of these gadgets after hearing some misconceptions circulated about them.

Stair lifts make it easier to get up and down stairs, making life better for seniors. If they have a way to get up and down the stairs, they are more likely to age in place with the help of a home care provider. It’s so crucial to keep an open mind when thinking about stair lifts. It’s time to debunk many myths you may have heard.

Myth #1 Stair Lifts Are for Old People
Stair lifts are not exclusively designed for the elderly, despite the fact that they greatly benefit from them. Anyone, regardless of age, may benefit from using a stair lift. Numerous individuals might benefit from using a stair lift due to mobility concerns. Your health condition may make it unpleasant or impossible for you to use the stairwell. Arthritis and fibromyalgia are two conditions that may affect people of any age and make it difficult to use stairs. Using a stair lift may lessen the throbbing pain. Persons who have suffered injuries from a fall or other accident also benefit greatly from their use.

Myth #2 Stair Lifts Won’t Fit Your Staircase
Many assume that stair lifts are massive structures that can’t fit in a tiny home or on certain staircases. However, most stair lifts come in simple, sleek designs that are easy to install. If you want a good and comfortable way to get up the stairs, you will want to invest in a properly fitting stair lift. This can make living at home much easier, and home care can help a senior get in and out of the chair.

Myth #3 Stair Lifts Are Not Secure
You may be concerned that a secure stair lift will be too large for your home. Likewise, the size being too small or underpowered for your weight concerns you. The weight capacity of a stair lift is significant, even in the most compact and slim types. The average stair lift has a weight capacity of 300 pounds, while the heavy-duty model can support up to 600 pounds. You may be certain that these seats will endure for years.

Myth #4 A Stair Lift Is Too Complicated to Install
Installing a piece of equipment might be a daunting prospect if you don’t have much support or are disabled. Many individuals therefore strive to identify as many stair lift problems as possible while deciding whether to use a stair lift. However, something to consider is that installation is usually free or added to the price when you buy from a company. A senior will never have to install something on their own, and it isn’t something that will fall onto home care. Let the professionals figure out the complicated installation!

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As a former hospital administrator, I launched Aviva with the goal of having a more focused, direct impact on the delivery of care than I could ever accomplish within a hospital setting. For me, the joy of running an organization like Aviva In-Home Care is having the ability to positively improve the lives of individuals needing customized care. As a passionate Bay Area resident, I know that many local seniors can benefit from new approaches to in-home care, that will bring them more connection to the community, and provide families with a greater sense of comfort that their loved one is indeed matched with an ideal caregiver.

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