Ensure you have good lighting

Make sure the edge of the steps are clearly lighted and can be seen while going up and down. Make sure there is no glare or shadows going along the stairway.

• Use the brightest wattage allowed for your light fitting
• If there are any glares use a frosted bulb or indirect lighting or lamp shades.
• Make sure a qualified electrician fits the light fitting
• Have light switches fitted at the top and bottom of the stairs

Steps

• Ensure each stair or step allows secure footing
• Loose carpeting and worn treads can lead to insecure footing so get this fixed
• Slippers, socks or smooth soled shoes can be dangerous on the stairs
• Consider painting any outdoor steps with a paint with a rough texture or use abrasive strips
• Steps should all be the same size and height
• Ensure the edges of each step can be clearly seen
• Avoid carpets with a thick pile or dark in colour
• Don’t leave things lying around on the stairs
• Consider having a stairlift fitted

*** REMEMBER PERIODICALLY TO RE-CHECK YOUR HOME!

FACT- Older means wiser 

Brains of over-55s work more efficiently as experience of age beats speed of youth

Surely this is the evidence that parents have longed to arm themselves with in disputes with their children – getting older really does make you wiser.

Beware of Bogus Callers

 Older people are less likely than any other age group to be victims of crime. But there is one type of criminal that target older people: bogus callers.

Also known as distraction burglars, they trick their way into people’s homes to steal money and valuables while the householder’s attention is elsewhere.
 
Most callers are genuine and mean you no harm but bogus callers can often seem very plausible and will try to fool you.

Scams checklist 

If an exciting offer seems too good to be true, think about the following warning signs and ask yourself if its s scam

•              Was the offer unsolicited?

•              Do you have to respond quickly? What’s the rush?

•              Do you have to pay for a prize or ‘free’ gift?

•              Do you have to ring a premium rate starting with 09?

•              Are you being asked for your bank or credit card details?

•              Is the business reluctant to give you its address or contact details?

•              Are you being asked to keep the offer confidential?

There’s nothing wrong with being sceptical – especially before sighing anything or handing over any money

Did you know a TV historian found evidence in a list of possessions of King Henry VIII that attributes the first stairlift belonged to the monarch. The 30 stone king, injured through jousting, used a chair that was hauled up and down stairs on a block and tackle system by servants at the ancient Whitehall Palace in London. In  the 1920s,  a Pennsylvania entrepreneur,C.C. Crispen, created a way to enable his ailing friend to travel from floor to floor. Crispen’s idea was to design a seat that could climb stairs. A self-taught engineer, he built the first prototype of the inclining chair. He called it the Inclin-ator. 

Here at One Stop Mobility we understand that buying a stairlift is not something most people do very often so it can be difficult to know you are making the right decision. At One Stop Mobility we’re dedicated to ensuring that every customer gets the stairlift that’s right for them and their home – so we’ve prepared this list to help you make the right choice.

1) Don’t buy one without a comprehensive warranty.

All our new stairlifts come with a 2 year warranty and our reconditioned stairlifts come with a 1 year warranty.

2) Don’t buy one unless the stairlift company has been  to measure your stairs

Staircases come in all shapes and sizes, so that’s why we always take the exact measurements of your staircase to ensure your stairlift fits perfectly.

3) Make sure it comes with a 24 hour call out service.

We are local company and we employ local engineers in the unlikely event of  something ever going wrong with your stairlift, we can reach you as fast as possible to get your stairlift up and running again.

4) Try before you buy.

It’s hard to tell how comfortable a stairlift is from a brochure. We think it’s much better to try one out in person, so we’ve placed a stairlift in our Mobility Shop. This means you can take one for a test run before deciding to have one fitted in your home.

5) Make sure you’re measured as well as your home.

Before fitting a stairlift, it’s important to take more than the measurement of your hallway. To ensure you get a stairlift that’s right for you, One Stop Mobility conduct a full risk and user assessment at each home. This means we take your measurements, as well as your staircase, to ensure that our product is right for both you and your home.

 What can give you as much pleasure as being able to relax and watch TV in your favourite armchair, but it’s not quite so relaxing when you find it difficult sitting down or getting back up again, or you can’t quite get comfortable enough in a chair because it doesn’t offer the support you need. We have a wide range of Riser Recliner chairs to offer which will give you all the support and comfort that you need, all chairs are come in at a completive price .

Residents over the age of 60 living in Merseyside are still entitled to passes provided by  Merseytravel to travel  free on local travel on buses, trains and Mersey .
However as from  April 2010 the age at which you become eligible for a free National Travel Pass will increase gradually over the next few years, and you will no longer receive your pass on your 60th birthday.
Your local Merseytravel pass will be replaced with a national pass once you become eligible. Once you have your pass, you will be able to travel on most trains ferries and  buses in and around Merseyside.
Your  free pass can be used Monday to Friday except between 6.31am and 9.29am and is valid all day Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.
You can obtain your free travel passes at one of the seven Merseytravel centres across Merseyside
·         Liverpool ONE
·         Birkenhead
·          Southport
·          Bootle
·          Huyton
·         Liverpool Queen Square.
·         You can also apply at any post office in Merseyside.
 
To apply for your first Merseytravel Local Travel Pass you will need to supply proof of your age and proof that your address is in Merseyside. If applying at a post office,  you will need a recent passport-sized photograph of yourself, if you are applying at a Merseytravel Centre a photograph will be taken at the counter.
If you would like to find out more about the Concessionary Travel Pass click on the link below, pick up a leaflet at any Merseytravel Centre or call the Brochure Hotline number 0151 330 1066.

In Stairways

For all stairways, check lighting, handrails, and the condition of the steps and coverings.

Lighting

• Each step, especially the edge steps should be lighted so they can be clearly seen while going up and down the stairs. Ensure there is no glare or shadows along the stairway.
• Use the highest allowed wattage bulb for your light fitting
• If glare is a problem use a frosted bulb or indirect lighting or lamp shades.
• Make sure a qualified person fits the light
• Have electric switches fitted at the top and bottom of the stairs

Steps

• Ensure each step allows secure footing
• Loose carpeting and worn treads can lead to insecure footing
• Avoid wearing slippers, socks or smooth soled shoes whilst in the stairs
• Consider painting the outside step with a paint with a rough texture or use abrasive strips
• Steps should all be the same size and height
• Ensure the edges of each step can be clearly seen
• Avoid carpets with a thick pile or dark in colour
• Make sure the stairway is always free of objects lying around
• Consider having a stairlift fitted

*** REMEMBER PERIODICALLY TO RE-CHECK YOUR HOME!

FAQ about Wet Rooms

How much will my wet room cost?

It really all depends on the size of your bathroom and the specification you decide upon. One Stop Mobility are very competitive on price and offer excellent value for money. For a free no obligation quote please call us on 0151 638 6978.

How long will it take to complete my wetroom?

It is very hard to say but usually about a week, however this is obviously depending on the size of your bathroom. Our consultant will be able to give you a more specific time scale when they come on their first visit

How long will I be without a bathroom?

We will always ensure you are left with washing and toilet facilities, even if they are only on a temporary basis.

How do I know I will receive good quality goods and service?

We are happy to provide you with details of previous customers who would be happy to recommend us. All products used by us are of British and EU standards.

Is my wet room guaranteed?

All our work is guaranteed and the fittings such as showers and floor systems are guaranteed for 5-10 years, depending on the manufacturer.