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When that time comes in your life when you or a loved one needs a wheelchair, you may find that the decision of what kind to get is more complicated than you imagined. Many people will need a wheelchair or some kind of personal transportation device at one point or another, either temporarily or permanently, in order to get around. When that time comes, you will need to ask yourself a number of questions to determine what type of wheels you’ll need. BluechipCare.com has put together this quick guide to get you started on getting the right wheelchair for your needs.

Having a disability that impedes your mobility on a daily basis can decrease your desire to get up and get out into the world. No one wants to depend on others to get from one place to another. Independence and the ability to act on our thoughts and ideas without asking for help is a big part of what makes us all unique individuals. That’s why it is so important to understand your choices when it comes to thinking about getting a personal transport device like an electric scooter.

Accidents sneak up on us, especially in our old age. Older bones don’t have the same elasticity as they did when we were younger, and even young bones can snap in an overzealous youth. In the old days, if you injured your leg, you were destined to spend some time in a wheelchair or on crutches. But, these days, your freedom of mobility is enhanced with the invention of the knee walker.

BluechipCare.com works with many clients looking to purchase medical equipment to suit their in-home health care needs. One category of item that is shopped for on a daily basis is wheelchairs. Although there are many features to consider when purchasing a wheelchair,the most common factor in the decision is price. Considering the cost of some wheelchairs, this makes a great deal of sense. That is why BluechipCare.com offers wheelchair rentals to clients as an option to purchasing, because sometimes renting makes more sense.

Purchasing an electric wheelchair is a big investment in both time and money. Doing the research to ensure that you have a chair that meets your needs can take weeks and even months with all of the brands and options that are available. When it comes to cost, you absolutely want to make sure you are making the right choice. BluechipCare.com has a few maintenance tips that will help you keep your powered wheelchair in tip-top shape so that your investment lasts longer and serves you better over the years.

Fall River-based mobility and home medical equipment provider BluechipCare.com is pleased to announce their new Loyalty Club. The memberships are being offered in response to the fact that many consumers of home healthcare products have recurring needs for those products. The Loyalty Club membership will allow repeat customers access to special discounts on products. BluechipCare.com will provide these members with other information on early sale items as well as new products.

Independence is the key to a happy life, but it is something that many of us take for granted. When we have the ability to move about on our own, to explore and to make decisions based on needs and wants instead of ability and means, only then are we independent. There are many reasons why an individual may lose their mobility throughout their lifetime, but one thing is true: If you live long enough, you will probably lose some if not all of your ability to get around on your own. If that happens to you, you need to visit the scooter store at BluechipCare.com.

Fall River-based mobility and home medical equipment provider BluechipCare.com has just purchased a fleet of new rental scooters to provide for the growing need of the Baby Boomer generation. As more Baby Boomers are reaching retirement age, the home healthcare business is projected to be one of the fastest growing industries in the country. With the growth in home healthcare there will be an increased need for home health care products. BluechipCare.com has purchased this fleet of new rental scooters in an effort to meet that demand.

Many people cannot afford to buy a new stair lift, but with Mobility123’s Stair Lift Rental program, more people can now get the equipment they need at a price they can afford.

It’s a fact of life that almost everyone will experience a decrease in mobility at some point during their lives. It may come from age or disease, but, regardless of its origin, it will immediately dampen the mood of even the most optimistic spirit. Our ability to move, much like our ability to drive or to ride a bike, is equated with freedom. When we no longer have the ability to get around by ourselves, we tend to feel as though some of that freedom is taken away. Providing freedom of mobility is what drives Invacare to design and build a bevy of electric wheelchairs to suit the needs of those who need to be on the go.

There are many reasons a person might not be self-mobile, but there is no reason they can't get around. At BluechipCare.com we not only offer a wide array of electric and non-electric vehicles to help you overcome a physical disability that leaves you less mobile, but we also rent electric scooters to suit your needs.

In the world of wheelchairs, it's easy to become overwhelmed when trying to choose the right one. There are so many brands, styles and types, not to mention the way they look and, most importantly, feel. But, you can't choose a wheelchair on comfort alone and since powered wheelchairs are basically personal electric vehicles, it’s important to know as much about them as possible as you are searching for the right one to buy before you pay a lot of money.

An electric wheelchair is a fine way to get around your home, neighborhood and even your town. Modern wheelchairs provide power, stability and give a person who is typically not mobile a sense of freedom to move about. But, wheelchairs may not be right for everyone. For those who are still able to move about on their own for short distances and have more control of the core of their body, a Pride Scooter is an excellent, fun alternative to traveling and moving throughout the day.

Wheelchairs are often thought of as being for people who have chronic mobility problems, but the fact is that there are many people that have use for a wheelchair only part of the time. These are the folks that are fine walking short distances around their neighborhood or in their own home, but can't take extended periods of walking. For these people, a wheelchair isn't a daily aid that they need to own, instead it is an item that they only need once and awhile.

William Lifts Co. has just announced that they are now offering chair elevators in NJ for any New Jersey residential mobility needs. A good solution for residential mobility needs can be one of their chair elevators because they can provide better functionality, and they are an affordable alternative for people using a wheelchair or scooter to enter and exit their home.

Living Free Home is one of the most sought after providers of accessibility solutions, which brings in complete satisfaction to all of their customers. Recently, they have guaranteed the lowest prices on all products and accessories such as wheelchair ramps, stair lifts , Lift Chair and others. They are the best in portable and modular alternatives.

Living Free Home is one of the most sought after providers of accessibility solutions, which brings in complete satisfaction to all of their customers. Recently, they have guaranteed the lowest prices on all products and accessories such as wheelchair ramps, stair lifts and others. They are the best in portable and modular alternatives.

Williams Surgical feels pleased to serve the residents of New Jersey and North Jersey for over 60 years. Williams Surgical has established themselves as the premier one-stop shop for all of your wheel chair lifts, surgical supplies, and mobility aid needs. They provides quality chair lift options, along with the rental, installation, and servicing of stairway lifts and wheelchair ramps. Anyone can visit our beautifully-designed showroom with five working lifts on display. In addition, our medical supply store in New Jersey offers a wide selection of medical supplies for your every need,” said a spokesperson for William’s Lifts.

The mobility scooter market is growing very quickly, thanks largely to the rapidly aging population. However, mobility scooters aren’t just for those in their older years. They can be used by people of any age who have difficulty walking due to muscular weakness or neurological dysfunction.

101 Mobility is a trusted, experienced, and knowledgeable source for homeowners to get the most trusted brands of accessibility equipment. They offer equipment installation and home modifications to ensure homeowners that they can live an independent lifestyle. 101 Mobility has all the accessibility one needs to live a self-sufficient lifestyle.

Every day there are many things a typical British person will simply take for granted, such as their ability to jump into a car and pop down to the shops should they so choose. The ease with which many people move, travel and commute isn’t always an option for all members of a community. For those dealing with various medical conditions, age related mobility concerns or a disability, getting from point A to B can be a serious undertaking.

Wheelchairs have been a necessity for people with spinal injuries, mobility issues and other conditions that prevent them from having full use of their bodies. Often the quality of a wheelchair can directly correlate to their quality of life.

One of the leaders in mobility products, Bruno, has constructed a Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) that many homeowners will find indispensable in their daily lives. The Bruno VPL increases mobility and provides a new level of independence for anyone who uses a wheelchair, power chair, or scooter. With a 750 pound lifting capacity, these Vertical Platform Lifts are designed to handle almost all mobility devices available on the market.

This scooter is faster and more durable than other Victory scooters, but what’s better is that this scooter is accessible by all types of users, giving it more coverage. While not officially labeled a heavy duty scooter, it has the capabilities.

Long-term care providers have many tools to help assist in wound care, but are they aware of the latest technology and techniques to help residents? Wound care specialists note that nursing home staffs need to use updated tracking systems and support surfaces to lessen problems that residents face when they are immobile or incontinent.