Wheelchair Ramp or Vertical Platform Lift? Choosing for a Hawaiʻi Entry
A wheelchair ramp and a vertical platform lift can both create a step-free entrance, but they solve
Domino People Stair Climber: Start With the Person and the Route
Before choosing a stair climber, review the person, wheelchair, stairs and available help. Use Damian’s video to prepare questions for an individual assessment.
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Watch the 2019 Hawaii News Now feature on Thrive for Life and learn why Damian and Catia connect home design with everyday needs.
Low Cost Home Changes That Fit Your Daily Routine
Start with the routes and tasks you use every day. Explore planning questions to discuss before buying equipment or making larger home changes.
Vertical Platform Lift or Stiltz Home Lift: Where to Start
Compare the person, mobility equipment, route and full project scope before choosing between a vertical platform lift and a Stiltz home lift.
Curbless Shower Planning in Hawaiʻi: 8 Decisions Before Remodeling
A curbless shower can remove a difficult step and make bathing easier with a walker, wheelchair, shower
Planning an Accessible Bathroom Addition in Hawaiʻi
An accessible bathroom addition can make it easier to remain at home, support a caregiver, or bring
Home Lift vs. Stairlift: A Compassionate, OT-Led Guide for Hawaii Families
When stairs become difficult, families often compare a stairlift with a compact home lift. Both can help
Wheelchair Ramps in Hawaiʻi: What Families Should Know Before Choosing One
A wheelchair ramp can look simple until someone tries to use it in the rain, turn at
A home modifications guide for accessible living
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