Archive for April 2021

Here at Alfix, we realise that this is a highly personal choice that needs to be considered carefully. Here we share our very short guide to making the right decision, with some of the most important factors to consider. Temporary or permanent installation In some scenarios, you might just need a stairlift for a couple…

There is plenty you can do to adapt your home to make it a safer environment for yourself or your loved one. Often there are just a few changes that can be made that make a huge difference. Here in this blog, we have listed a few of our recommended options. Consider a stairlift installation…

We’ve made a list of some summer safety tips so that you can enjoy this gloriously sunny weather and still stay as safe and healthy at the same time. Look out for signs of heat-related illnesses Continued exposure to the sun can cause a number of heat-related illnesses, each of which has different degrees of…

Having a stairlift fitted is a huge investment so it’s totally understandable that you might be unsure as to whether you require a lift or you don’t. From our huge experience in stairlifts, often customers say that they wish they had one fitted much sooner than they did. So with that in mind let’s take…

In this blog, we’ve put together some of the ideal holidays that allow you to maximise your experience without requiring a great deal of walking, especially on difficult terrain. Speciality holidays Worrying about mobility or accessibility should be the very last thing on your mind when you’re going away for a lovely holiday, with this…

There are several different kinds of stairlifts available on the market; below, we outline some of the various types and hopefully allow you to make an informed decision in regards to which is best suited to you. Seated Stairlifts Seated stairlifts are certainly the most in-demand kind of stairlift, permitting the user to sit on…

Here in this blog, we address how having a stairlift in the home can really optimise your independence and permit you the freedom to move freely around your home, happily and comfortably. Independence in the home As previously mentioned, this is perhaps the main reason why lots of elderly or disabled people opt to live…

Here we have collated a couple of the reasons that you may benefit from having a stairlift in your home. If any of these relate to you, perhaps the time has come to consider investing in one. You’re helping someone else upstairs by standing behind them This is something that is a big concern for…

Whether you were born with a mobility-related condition or you’ve developed one, caring for your mental and physical health should be a top priority. You should always follow the advice given to you by medical professionals but there are plenty of things that you can do at home to look after your physical health. Read…

Stairlifts can be made to fit many different homes and staircases. The great thing about this kind of installation is that it’s much more cost-effective than moving house or downsizing to a bungalow. The stairs can be hard to navigate for those with mobility-related conditions, however, stairlifts can fit perfectly into your home. In this…