When you have a family member who is no longer steady on their feet, whether due to old age or due to an accident, it can be difficult to make the necessary adaptations to your home to make it safe and secure. If someone who lives with you permanently requires a wheelchair, then disability ramps can help you a great deal. Having a ramp that leads to the door of your home means that a relative or family member can get in and out of the house without your help, and this can be a big weight off your mind.
There are different options for disability ramps for your home that you can choose from, and the type of ramp you invest in will depend on many factors. Below is a look at the different types of disability ramps that you might like to invest in for your home, and which option is the best one for you.
Permanent Ramps
A permanent ramp is the best solution for your home when you have a family member who lives with you full time who requires a wheelchair or even one who cannot walk up steps and requires a walking frame. A ramp of this kind can be installed by your local Bristol mobility and disability experts, and will often be constructed over your existing steps. This type of ramp can be constructed out of concrete, with a non-slip surface on top, and will including handrails for safety and security. Permanent ramps however cannot be fitted in a day, and they are also not the cheapest option. If you are looking for a quick way to make your home wheelchair-friendly, but on a budget, then a portable ramp could be the best answer.
Portable Ramps
Portable disability ramps come in different styles and sizes, and you can find ramps that will easily fit into your budget. A ramp may be modular, or telescopic, and the majority of these ramps will fold or slide away into a manageable size and weight that you can pick up yourself. A telescopic ramp is an excellent choice if you are looking for a ramp that you can carry with you in the boot of your car, and a modular ramp is a versatile piece of equipment that you can use not just at your home but also at the home of a family member or at a holiday home.
Although you may require a permanent ramp, if you live in a building where you share access with other neighbours, you will need to enquire to see if you can indeed have a ramp built at your property. Also, whilst you are waiting for your ramp to be built or installed, a temporary modular solution can offer your family member the freedom that they are craving to get in and out of their home. Your Bristol mobility and disability experts can help you with your choices today, as well as giving you sound advice on what other alterations you may like to make to your home in order to ensure that it is wheelchair friendly. Contact them today, and change the life of your elderly or disabled relative for good.