Seek good advice to find best stairlift
MANY people who invest in a stairlift say they wish they’d done so sooner. However, there are a few things to consider before opting for one. An occupational therapist can help you decide if it is a better solution than having a bedroom downstairs — for many it will be. It’s also a good idea to speak to someone who already has a stairlift to ask them how useful they find it and whether you can have a go on it in their home. And it’s important that companies you seek quotes from do a full assessment of your house, to ensure there is space and that you will be able to use it safely. As a stairlift fits to the stair treads and not to the wall, there are no structural alterations required and it can be fitted in a few hours. Reassuringly, it will cost less to run than a kettle per journey — and you may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant and reduced rate VAT.