Stair Lift FAQs
Learn More About the Value of Stair Lifts
As we age, it can be difficult to do all the things we're used to doing, especially when your home isn't set up to accommodate changes in your mobility. Stair lifts are a valuable piece of home medical equipment that can allow you or your loved one to maintain independence at home. ThedaCare At Home's team can help you choose the right stair lift for your home, and handle all the measurements and installation for you. Read through the questions below to learn more about how a stair lift may benefit you. If you have any further questions, please contact our team or browse our available stair lifts.
What is a stair lift?
A stair lift is a system designed to allow you to safely go up and down the stairs in your home. It allows the users to sit in a chair, be buckled in, and with the press of a button the chair glides along a track up and down the stairs of your home. It is the ideal choice for seniors or people living with limited mobility to be able safely navigate multiple levels of their home.
How is a stair lift used?
Using a stair lift is a fairly straightforward process. In general, you can operate a stair lift by following these steps.
- Sit down on the stair lift seat.
- Put on your seatbelt.
- Press and hold the rocker switch, located near the armrest.
- To stop the stair lift, release the switch.
Stair lifts can be easily operated by both the user sitting in the lift and caregivers, so they are also a great option for children helping their parents age in place.
Who benefits from using a stair lift?
Stair lifts are designed to be easy to operate for anyone who wants to use them. Because they are so simple to use, they are a perfect choice for anyone who feels uneasy or unsafe while going up and down the stairs in their home including:
- Seniors wishing to age in place
- Individuals recovering from an injury
- People who need to use mobility equipment like a walker, wheelchair or mobility scooter
Stair lifts are safe and can help you maintain your independence where you’re most comfortable – at home.
Will a stair lift work in my home?
Stair lifts can be installed to match the layout of any home. If you’re interested in adding a stair lift to your home, all you need is a home assessment completed by the installer. They’ll get exact measurements to determine the components needed to install a lift in your home. ThedaCare At Home can perform your in-home assessment and handle the installation of your new stair lift.
What types of stair lifts are available?
At ThedaCare At Home, we offer both straight and curved stair lift options. No home has the same layout, so it’s important for your stair lift to match your home’s unique layout. All the stair lifts we offer are manufactured by Bruno. All Bruno stair lifts are made in the United States and use the highest quality materials.
How long does it take to install a stair lift?
Because ThedaCare At Home handles all the installation services for new stair lifts, we can complete projects faster. Typically, it only takes us about two weeks to get straight stair lifts installed after completing your in-home assessment. For custom curved stair lifts, it can take 4 to 6 weeks.
Will Medicare or my insurance pay for a new stair lift?
We do not accept Medicare payments or insurance payments for stair lifts.