How a Stairlift Works
How a stairlift works is essentially basic mechanics. However, the benefits of a stairlift can be life-changing! Mechanically speaking, it’s a chair that travels along a stairway so that the [...]
Self Improvement Month Offers Us a Time to Grow
Self-improvement is something anyone can benefit from, including the elderly and the disabled. There is no age limit to this process. We can all find ways to increase our quality [...]
Home Safety is for More than the Elderly or Disabled
In one year alone, 21.8 million Americans over the age of 15 suffered non-fatal, unintentional injuries in their bathroom, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Whether we know it [...]
The Risk of Falling
We all have a certain risk of falling, regardless of our age and health. That risk only goes up for the disabled and the elderly. Let’s start from the beginning. [...]
Living with a Disability
Living with a disability takes a period of acceptance and adjustment. Most of us tend to take our health for granted, or at least struggle for acceptance in the moments [...]
How to Be Happy: A Guide to Fighting Loneliness for Seniors and the Disabled
At RampNow we recently discovered an internet conspiracy of sorts. While this may not surprise you, this conspiracy is not of the sinister variety. It has nothing to do with [...]
Easy and Affordable Home Accessibility for Wheelchair Users
When the discussion turns to wheelchair ramps and stair lifts, the topic of affordable home accessibility may seem a bit overwhelming. There are many aspects to consider. You need access [...]
Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month
Our parks and community centers play a significant role in our community. They serve as gathering spots and resources for our residents. They inspire us to go outdoors and explore [...]
Independence Day Activities for Seniors
The Fourth of July is upon us and there are plenty of ways for the senior crowd to celebrate the holiday – and not all of them involve going to [...]
Wheelchair Accessible Activities in the Chicago Area
The summer is upon us, and it’s good to get out and have some fun. There are plenty of wheelchair accessible activities in Chicago and the western suburbs to keep [...]