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Lifeway Mobility Opens New Location in Richmond, Virginia

Lifeway Mobility Opens New Location in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, VA– Lifeway Mobility, Inc. (“Lifeway”), a leading national provider of accessibility solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its second location in the state of Virginia. In addition to the Lifeway Northern Virginia location, Lifeway’s new team will serve residents in greater Richmond, and the surrounding areas in eastern and central Virginia.

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by Ben McCoy  | 

Stair Lift vs. Home Elevator ROI

Stair Lift vs. Home Elevator ROI

When it comes to making your home safer and easier to navigate, two of the most common solutions are stair lifts and home elevators. Both improve accessibility and help people remain in the homes they love, but they come with very different experiences, costs, and long-term value. So which option offers the better return on investment (ROI)?

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Lifeway Mobility Surpasses 10,000 Customer Review Milestone

Lifeway Mobility Surpasses 10,000 Customer Review Milestone

Lifeway Mobility is proud to share that we’ve officially surpassed the 10,000-customer review milestone, maintaining an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across review platforms such as Google, TrustPilot, and Consumer Affairs. This achievement reflects the consistently positive customer experiences that have helped establish Lifeway Mobility as a leader in the accessibility and mobility solutions industry, and one of the most trusted providers across the U.S. Customer feedback from Lifeway Mobility customers is overwhelmingly positive, with common themes highlighting the expertise of our local teams, the professionalism & patience of our trained and certified technicians during installations/demonstrations, and a genuine commitment to improving customers’ quality of life at home.

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by Ben McCoy  | 

Lifeway Mobility Named One of America’s Most Trusted Brands by USA Today

Lifeway Mobility Named One of America’s Most Trusted Brands by USA Today

Lifeway Mobility, one of the nation’s leading providers of stair lifts, wheelchair ramps, and other mobility and accessibility solutions, has earned a placement on the second annual “USA Today’s Most Trusted Brands 2026”. We are honored and humbled to be recognized by USA Today, based on the experience and customer service we provide to our customers. Earning our customers’ trust is a very important for all our local teams at Lifeway Mobility as we take pride in providing an outstanding customer experience.

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by Ben McCoy  | 

7 Stair Lift Alternatives to Consider For Your Home

7 Stair Lift Alternatives to Consider For Your Home

As a leading provider of accessibility solutions, Lifeway Mobility understands that every individual’s mobility needs are unique. While a stair lift is often an excellent solution for improving home access for individuals with limited mobility that are having trouble with the stairs, it may not be the best or most preferred solution for everyone. 

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Can a Stair Lift Increase Your Home’s Value?

Can a Stair Lift Increase Your Home’s Value?

The installation of a stair lift will almost certainly make your life safer, easier, and more comfortable at home. However, you may also wonder what kind of impact it will have on your home’s resale value. While the answer isn’t as simple and straightforward as you may wish, it’s crucial to understand that the value of a stair lift extends far beyond a potential boost in market price of your home. Let’s take a look at how stair lifts fit into the real estate landscape and why, even without a direct increase in home value, they remain a worthwhile investment.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Lifeway Mobility Acquires Long Island-Based Accessibility Solutions Provider & Innovative Ramp Manufacturer

Lifeway Mobility Acquires Long Island-Based Accessibility Solutions Provider & Innovative Ramp Manufacturer

        Hartford, CT - Lifeway Mobility, Inc. (“Lifeway”), a leading provider of home accessibility solutions, is pleased to announce that it has acquired Center Span, LLC, a national provider of home safety and accessibility products serving veterans and people with limited mobility, and Redispan, Inc. (“Redispan” and, together with Center Span LLC, “Center Span”), a Long Island-based manufacturer of innovative and patented wheelchair ramps.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Can I Qualify for a Free Stair Lift?

Can I Qualify for a Free Stair Lift?

If you or a loved one have been experiencing difficulty going up and down the stairs, but aren’t ready to leave your current home, a stair lift may be the perfect solution for maintaining your safety, independence, and comfort. Stair lift pricing typically begins at around $2,500 but can range up to $20,000 or higher depending on staircase configuration, product model, upgrade options, and other factors. As you consider your options, you may wonder if you qualify for a free stair lift through Medicare, your health insurance, or other source.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Should You Buy a Stair Lift or Move to a Single-Level Home?

Should You Buy a Stair Lift or Move to a Single-Level Home?

If you’ve been wondering whether you’ll be able to age in place in your current home, you’ve probably realized that many homes have one obstacle in common: stairs. As we age, we naturally lose muscle strength and balance, which can make it more challenging to climb stairs. Seniors with decreased mobility may eventually begin avoiding stairs, cutting them off from key areas of their homes. Luckily, if you plan for this stage of life ahead of time, you have several better options to consider, such as making your own home more accessible with stair lifts, wheelchair ramps, and other modifications or downsizing to a single-level home.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Home Modifications for Outdoor Accessibility

Home Modifications for Outdoor Accessibility

Creating an accessible home and outdoor space is vital to ensure you, your family, and your friends can enjoy it for years to come. Thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act, there are now more resources than ever for modifications to make living in comfort accessible for everyone. 

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by Gina Thompson  | 

Stair Lifts, Wheelchair Ramps & Lifts to Make Garage Accessible

solutions to make garage stairs accessible at home

One common way to make a home accessible for those with disabilities or limited mobility is by overcoming the steps at the garage entrance. Steps are an accessibility barrier that are typically made of concrete or wood, and railings are not always installed. The construction of the stairs may also be low-quality in some cases, which can pose injury risks from slips and falls. Here are the top 5 solutions to help make a home’s garage safe and accessible.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

8 Benefits of Adding a Stairlift to Your Home

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For some seniors, the stairs can become too difficult to navigate due to limited mobility, weakened muscles, and lack of stability. As a result, navigating a staircase at home becomes a daily chore and may eventually be avoided. When the stairs become a challenge, many seniors may consider downsizing to a single-level home or moving into a retirement living facility. However, both of these options can become very costly.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

5 Common Accessibility "Fails"

Side side wrong ramp slope and right ramp slope

Our home accessibility experts are invited into our client’s homes and into our local communities to evaluate for home accessibility solutions, such as stair lifts or wheelchair ramps or lifts. During our evaluations, we often encounter modifications that were done by another company or DIYs that do not meet ADA requirements, or are unsafe.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Does Medicare Cover Stairlifts?

man riding stair lift and his wife standing next to him at bottom landing of staircase

  A question that comes up in many stair lift conversations is, “Does Medicare cover stairlifts?”. Unfortunately, the short & quick answer is no, Medicare does not cover the installation of a stairlift.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Will a Stair Lift Damage My Walls?

Lifeway technician servicing stairlift after installation in customers home

While some may worry that a stairlift installation could damage the walls or floor in their home, that is a myth, and simply not true.  Professional installation of a stairlift will not damage the walls in a home as they are simply installed onto the stair treads.  

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by Lifeway Mobility Technician   | 

Mobility & Accessibility Solutions for In-Home Cancer Patients

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People diagnosed with cancer often require additional safety precautions to ensure that any health-related problems do not occur. Day-to-day activities that can be taken for granted will become harder. Simple things like cooking, cleaning, and even walking up the stairs may become strenuous, and even dangerous.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Top Bruno Stairlift Dealer - Lifeway Mobility is a Bruno Diamond Dealer

Top Bruno Stairlift Dealer - Lifeway Mobility is a Bruno Diamond Dealer

Lifeway Mobility is humbled and honored to be recognized as a Bruno Diamond Stairlift Dealer for the 9th consecutive year in 2025! The Bruno Diamond Dealer Award, which originated in 2016, is an award that is given to Bruno dealers who finish in the top 3% of Bruno’s sales throughout North America. Before 2016, Bruno's top dealers throughout North America had been referred to as “Bruno preferred dealers.” The “Diamond” Dealer award is recognized as a more prestigious award.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

Stair Lift Options

woman standing up from Bruno Elite curved stairlift installed by Lifeway Mobility

Depending on the mobility of the individual that will be using the stair lift, there may be one or more options that may need to be added to provide extra comfort, convenience, and safety. The stair lift options listed below are the ones that are most commonly recommended to meet customers' specific needs.

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by Eric Rubel  | 

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