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Did you know that roughly 80% of the reported slip-and-fall cases in people over the age of 65 occur in the bathroom? (check out stats on overall falls in the bathroom – I believe its the most dangerous room regardless of age). And if someone in this age group injures themselves while falling, they may lose their independence by having to live in an assisted living facility so they can be monitored around the clock. Everyone should feel safe and happy in their home, and if something as simple as a shower chair will reduce the risk of falling significantly, it’s a no-brainer to invest in one! 

Portable Showers Are Cost-Effective and Safe

Traditional bathtubs and showers can be difficult to get in and out of for people with mobility limitations. A full home remodeling project may not be within your budget, but installing a portable shower or walk-in tub can fit virtually any budget! Portable showers are amazing because they can be set up anywhere there’s warm water access, can be easily accessed with a wheelchair and folds down into a compact package to be easily transported when needed. Having one in the home virtually eliminates the risk of any trip-and-fall scenarios!

Maintain Stability With Grab Bars

Grab bars can save someone’s life. Many people who fall in the bathroom try to hold onto something as they are falling, but if nothing is there, they could seriously injure themselves. Whether it’s by the toilet, walk-in tub, shower or anywhere else in the bathroom, grab bars provide safety and a boost in confidence for people who have a hard time getting around. When you don’t have to focus as hard on making sure every step is stable, there’s much less hesitation so more natural movements can be made.

One of our customers, Dave, had this to say about Next Day Access:

“When you feel you’re in a crisis with someone who is experiencing an injury or an illness that has limited mobility to move from room to room. Call Next Day Access. They have many solutions that will give your loved one some independence and give you some peace of mind.”

Next Day Access is in the business of providing the independence people need to live safely in their homes. And whether your home needs better accessibility or if you’re a caregiver taking care of an elderly loved one, call and schedule an in-home safety evaluation for peace of mind you can’t put a price on. 

An accessible business is a more attractive business, even for people who don’t have mobility limitations. Most businesses have at least a handicap ramp to allow people to enter the building, but is the rest of the space accessible as well? Without an accessibility audit of your building, you may be leaving out some important details that could make the lives of your employees, clients, and customers much more difficult. These tips can help you make your business more accessible…

Exterior Building Accessibility

You likely have a wheelchair ramp already, but if you don’t have one that should be the first thing you install. Other exterior accessibility features can include:

• A threshold ramp in the parking lot, garage or at the entryway to the building. Threshold ramps provide a simple and safe way to navigate through doorways, over raised landings, and curbs.
• Clear parking spaces that are wide enough for wheelchairs to be rolled out.
• Properly-designed entry doors with a push-to-open button for easy entry.
• Ouvre-portes automatiques

If you’re in the business of attracting customers to your store to make sales, wouldn’t you want it to be as easy as possible for everyone to enter?

Accessibility Inside The Building

Inside the building is where you can really make a difference in making your business more accessible. Think about open-space concepts so people don’t have to bump into one another as they are walking around. Also, consider these advanced accessibility tips to meet the needs of an even larger group:

• Remove any steps on a single floor and install a threshold ramp instead.
• Include a mix of seating options, such as large chairs, small chairs, some with armrests and some without.
• Incorporate at least one wheelchair-accessible bathroom stall that includes grab bars and an alarm system that can be pressed in case someone slips and falls.
• Widen doorways to ensure smooth traffic flow, regardless of if the traffic is on foot, wheelchairs, scooters, crutches or anything else.

It’s always a good practice for business owners to evaluate the accessibility in and around their building. Next Day Access can help paint a picture of what a perfectly accessible business looks like for your building. 

We provide exact measurements, detailed cost estimates and can install your ramps or other accessibility products in a matter of a couple of days. Join the hundreds of other business owners who have prioritized accessibility and Nous contacter today to get your free detailed plan and estimate!

Parts one and two of our three-part series on home elevators helped you decide whether a home elevator would be beneficial and what to expect regarding costs. When you’re ready to move to the next phase, it’s important to think about the home elevator installation process. The good news is it’s not nearly as challenging as you may think, as long as you hire the right professional to get the job done. Part three of our series goes into detail about home elevator installation.

Let The Experts Evaluate Your Living Space

The first step to take is to have an accessibility expert come to your home to evaluate your space. Sometimes staircases will need to be removed, walls will need to be shifted or other obstacles will have to be addressed. It’s difficult to know how long a home elevator installation project will take at this point, but you can expect anywhere from a couple of days to a couple of weeks to complete the project. 

The timeline depends on the type of elevator you desire, logistical concerns and other factors. Your accessibility expert should be transparent with you on these points so you can decide whether you want to stay at home during the process or find a temporary living arrangement.

Convey Your Most Important Needs and Relax

Be sure to let the accessibility expert know your major concerns that need to be addressed. The expert will prioritize those concerns as they work with you to install the perfect home elevator. Never hesitate to provide feedback or ask questions. Collaboration and transparency are important aspects to create a good partnership between you and the expert. They can help you think about your current and future needs. Once all of the details are ironed out with your expert, you can sit back and relax as they complete the project timely.

We hope you enjoyed reading our three-part series on home elevators! At Next Day Access, we want people to feel like they don’t have to be limited in how they maneuver around their home all the time. A home elevator can play a big role in this, and can even provide an added boost to your home value, so Nous contacter today to discuss ideas or address any concerns you may have.

In part one of our three-part series, we took a look at why you may benefit from a home elevator. Once you’ve decided an in-home elevator could solve a lot of concerns, you have another important factor to consider: cost. Part two of our three-part series on home elevators dives into what’s involved in the cost of them.

What Does An In-Home Elevator Cost?

Depending on the type of home elevator you want, the minimum cost is typically around $20,000 and can easily exceed $50,000 in some situations. This price could be much lower if you’re installing the elevator in a newly constructed home rather than retrofitting it into an existing home, since the construction can be designed around it. It’s also important to note these price ranges include all materials, labor and construction costs so there shouldn’t be any additional surprises. If you find the cost daunting, don’t be alarmed: there are many federal grants, corporate-level discounts, and non-profit funding sources for home modification.

The types of elevators you can choose from include:

• Cable elevators
• Chain elevators
• Hydraulic elevators
• Pneumatic elevators

Most homeowners opt for cable elevators since they are most cost-effective and serve the purpose. Plenty of variables go into the exact cost of a home elevator for your residence, so be sure to get a detailed quote from your expert.

Compare Alternative Options Before Deciding

While it’s understandable that you may not have $20,000+ lying around, consider the other costs associated with having limited mobility. A chair lift could be a viable option for some people, but they come with challenges and limitations of their own. 

How about living in an assisted living facility? The cost could be anywhere from $800 – $3,000+ per month.

When you look at it in these terms, a home elevator is not only more affordable than other options, but it allows you to live in the comfort of your own home without mobility limitations and possibly without a full-time caregiver.

While the cost of a stairlift may seem more aligned with your budget, take a long look at a home elevator. From the mobility benefits to the boost in home value, it makes sense to invest in one from a lot of different angles. Part three of our three-part series at Accès le lendemain discusses what to expect when it comes to the installation of your new home elevator.

Have you come to the realization that it’s not as easy to navigate your home as it used to be — especially when your home has multiple levels? Whether you’re dealing with a long-term injury or are simply aging and having a more difficult time getting around, a home elevator may be a great solution. Part one of our three-part series on home elevators explains some of the reasons why you might find one to be beneficial in your home.

Peace of Mind in Your Home

Climbing up and down stairs can be unnerving for people who don’t have the best balance. A stair lift is a good option for some, but an elevator in the home eliminates virtually any possibility of a trip-and-fall scenario when going from one floor to another. This peace of mind knowing you won’t have to worry about falling up or down the stairs is worth it on its own.

Complete Household Duties Safely and Easily

Most homeowners with a multi-story home don’t realize how much they go up and down the stairs every day. Even tasks as simple as carrying laundry, bags, groceries or anything else can become burdensome without a chair lift or elevator in the home. Elevators give you the ability to hop in and ride up smoothly without even having to bend your knees!

Expand The Open Space In Your Home

Staircases are a part of every multi-story home, so it’s sometimes hard to notice exactly how much space they take up. A home elevator typically takes up much less space than a staircase, so you’ll have more open space to maneuver around whichever floor you’re on. The extra open space also creates more of a welcoming environment if you have a caregiver or have guests over frequently. Not to mention the added home value if you ever decide to sell your home!

At Accès le lendemain, we know you probably have a lot of questions about whether a home elevator is right for you. Start out by evaluating your needs and challenges in your home and determine whether installing one could solve a lot of problems. We can also talk you through all possible benefits and downfalls to help you make the right decision. Then it’s time to consider your budget. Part two of our series explores the affordability of home elevators.

More people with disabilities are becoming homeowners than ever before. For those with disabilities, it’s about more than just owning a home. It’s about being able to access all the areas of your home, maneuver through them and enjoying activities in your home.

Disability Grants for Accommodations in the Home

There are housing grants for disabled people to help purchase a home or modify an existing home. Most states have local programs and disability grants to help relieve the financial burden of installing home modifications or building a new fully accessible home. This guide is meant to inform you of some of the available grants to help improve your quality of life in your own home.

Top 5 Suggestions for Disability Grants

When looking through grants for disabled people, each has its own criteria and eligibility requirements. Usually, you will fill out a form requesting financial assistance through the grant. Sometimes, you may only be asked for your story and what you would like to accomplish by receiving the grant. Disability grants are designed to make a difference in the lives of the recipients, so you will need to demonstrate how the resources will make your life better by using the funds for home modifications. Here are a few of the top grants available.

• US Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA offers two different types of grants if you are a veteran. If you qualify you can use the grant to purchase or construct a new home or to modify the home you currently own.

• Rural Housing Repair Loans and Grants. This program is funded by the USDA. Recipients must be at least 62 years of age and from a low-income household to apply. 
• Money Follows the Person. The Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program (MFP) helps States rebalance their long-term care systems to transition people with Medicaid from institutions to the community.
• Self-Sufficiency Grant from ModestNeeds.org. This organization offers financial help for families who need assistance but are just above the low-income household threshold. They want to help families who would have to spend all they have to make necessary adaptive repairs.
• Centers for Independent Living is a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential private non-profit agency that is designed and operated within a local community by individuals with disabilities, and provides an array of independent living services.

Next Day Access provides a wide variety of services and sources to help you choose accessibility products and solutions to help make your home more accommodating. Our goal is to help you have a home without barriers. Nous contacter today to discuss what types of modifications would help you achieve accessible living in your home.

Most homes across the country aren’t designed for easy wheelchair accessibility. This is alarming when you consider that more than 50 million Americans have some sort of disability that limits their mobility. If you’re a caregiver with your loved one living at your home, do you have the accessibility needed to help them feel safe? Or if your loved one is living at their home, do you fear every day of getting a phone call that they fell? 

It’s amazing what something as simple as a wheelchair ramp can do for a person’s peace of mind. As our customers say, Next Day Access is “a great source for home accessibility with the best line of wheelchair ramps available on the market today.” No one should be stressed about accessibility in the home, and we can help you eliminate your stress.

Upgrade Your Home’s Exterior

Upgrading accessibility should start outside of the home. Some of the most popular upgrades include:

• Installing a wide wheelchair ramp.
• Installing a mobility scooter or power chair ramp if you use one.
• Installing a porch lift so you can enjoy the great outdoors with ease.
• Put in a portable wheelchair ramp for any tricky areas around driveways, decks, patios or anywhere else in your front yard or back yard.

Interior Tips For Wheelchair Accessibility

The opportunities for interior wheelchair accessibility are only limited by your creativity. But don’t limit yourself and let us do it for you! We offer accessibility solutions such as:

• Douches portatives
• Grab bars in every room of the home, including bathrooms
• Stairlifts and patient lifts
• Residential elevators

Sometimes a home doesn’t need a complete renovation to make it wheelchair accessible. Even simple things like replacing carpet with hardwood floors can make it easier to maneuver inside the house. Plus, you’ll get a boost in aesthetics when you make design changes like this as well!

Next Day Access understands every home is unique, and every person has their own needs as well. That’s why we listen to our customers’ needs before making any recommendations to ensure we understand exactly what the concerns are. A uniquely-designed wheelchair ramp may be the solution to a lot of concerns, and we will be as creative as we need to be in order to bring you peace of mind. Your home should always be safe and accessible. Give us a call today to learn more.

The world we live in is bigger and more beautiful than we could ever imagine, so everyone owes it to themselves to explore from time to time. The travel industry has done a tremendous job in recent years making travel more accessible for people with disabilities. Whether it’s installing Rampes pour fauteuils roulants, offering a mobility scooter to rent or anything in between, you’ve got a wonderful opportunity to take advantage of! These destinations have particularly prioritized accessible travel and should be on your list to visit.

Melbourne, Australia

Be sure to bring your travel wheelchair when you visit Melbourne because you’ll have plenty of places to go with it. Victoria’s parks are must-see and they are wheelchair accessible so you can get the full tourist experience just like anyone else would! Add in the wheelchair-accessible restaurants and you can complete your experience at one of the best food cities in the world.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

History buffs will absolutely love Playa del Carmen. The Mayan ruins of Tulum and Chichen Itza have plenty of wheelchair ramps for people with disabilities to get up close and personal with everything the attractions have to offer. And of course, the beaches are a sight to see on their own so plan for at least a day to relax at one!

Seattle, Washington

If you want to stay in the country and still see some new sights, Seattle, Washington is one of the best cities for disabled travelers. The public transportation system keeps people with disabilities in mind and they also have a handy guide to help you navigate around the city if you’re in a wheelchair!

Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona attracts visitors from all over the world and with nearly all of the metro stations being wheelchair-accessible, they make it easy for anyone to visit. Whether you want to enjoy the beach scene, tour some famous sites or simply roll along La Rambla street, you can do so without worry.

Next Day Access can get you set up for your next trip, wherever your adventures take you! With a travel wheelchair, you can set your own limitations and explore until your heart’s content anywhere across the world. Before your trip, Nous contacter to see what equipment we can set you up with to maximize your experience and create lasting memories.

What is the face of America today? While so much attention is being placed on younger generations, it is Baby Boomers who are reshaping the US population, often in unprecedented ways. This generation only marks the beginning of what will be one of the biggest demographic shifts in American history. By 2030, we can expect that the aging population of individuals above the age of 65 will double from 52 to 95 million. And with the fastest-growing segment of the population currently 85 and older, the government is not prepared to care for the elderly population. It’s crucial for everyone to think about the needs of an aging population… 

Case in point – even now, older individuals are working longer, with individuals 65 and up making up a large portion of our nation’s workforce. But how accessible are our buildings for those experiencing limited mobility? It’s an unfortunate reality that as we age, we can lose our independence due to many different factors.

Independence for Workers

Currently, those who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids can find it difficult to get where they need to go. Unfortunately, even now too few businesses are willing to offer the accessibility people truly need with options such as elevators, lifts and Rampes commerciales. As older individuals make up a larger part of the US population it will become increasingly important to take accessibility into consideration. 

Freedom at Home for Older Adults

It is not just in public that mobility is an important concern. Even more challenging for many older adults is the lack of mobility they face within their own homes. This is vital to think about as a greater number of older adults are aging in place. From higher obesity among the elderly to increased divorce rates leaving more seniors than ever to live alone, it’s crucial to provide the necessary tools for seniors to gain back their independence.

“When you feel you’re in a crisis with someone who is experiencing an injury or illness that has limited mobility to move from room to room, call Next Day Access. They have many solutions that will give your loved one some independence and give you some peace of mind,” states one Next Day Access customer.

To learn more about how you can offer your loved ones the independence they deserve contact Next Day Access today.