Acorn Stairlifts USA Blog

Your house is home for a reason. Maybe you have spent years there or made some incredible memories to last a lifetime. Through the ups and downs, life brings, you've always had one constant; your home. As you age, you may be worried about the prospect of moving. Whether it is health-related or you are nervous about your mobility, there are plenty of resources and reasons to stay in the home you love.

Choosing to add a stairlift to your home can be a tough decision. Whether you or a loved one struggles with stability on the stairs or mobility throughout the house, a stairlift might be the best option. Adding a lift to your household could make a massive difference in the quality of life you lead, but making the right choice comes down to a few deciding factors.    

Assistive technologies in the home can be impactful and positively change some people's quality of life. Unfortunately, there can be negative stereotypes of what using these technologies means. Changing the negative stigma associated with home aids begins at home and can alter how you associate them.  

It is no mystery that maintaining a balance is essential in life. It's practical to balance everything you do, whether it's how you eat or how much time you spend doing daily errands. Similarly, the balance and stability you utilize to remain mobile in your own home are equally critical. Maintaining or improving equilibrium will help minimize the likelihood of falling and being injured.

Installing a stairlift in your house not only allows you to reclaim access to your entire home but also restores your freedom. After surveying your home to ensure the perfect match for your stairlift, you'll need to prepare for installation. Here's an overview of what to expect. 

Feeling safe is essential, especially when it comes to where you live. Preventing injuries in your house is even more critical than ever. By taking a few simple steps, you can keep your home safe and healthy for years to come. 

Financial Fraud against seniors leads us to believe these aren’t just petty criminals. Smart perpetrators know how to manipulate people on a massive scale. We explain how caregivers can help prevent elder fraud and offer ways to protect seniors from scammers.

It may surprise you to learn that stairlifts can be dated all the way back to the 16th century. This blog takes a look at the history of stairlifts in the home, who invented them, and how they have evolved over time.

If you are considering getting a stairlift for yourself or a loved one, it is important to take the time to consider features, safety, and installation. This is why we have outlined what you should keep in mind while shopping for one.  

Retirement is an ideal time for self-reflection. Life can tend to be hectic for our younger years of your life. Our energy is usually consumed by our professional life and home, with little time to truly get to know ourselves. Below, we discuss a few of the reasons why it’s important for seniors to get to know themselves and figure out their happiness during retirement.