Posts Tagged ‘rhode island’
Choosing the Right Wheelchair Ramp for Your Home
When mobility needs change, installing a wheelchair ramp can make a huge difference in safety, comfort, and independence. One of the most common questions we hear at Oakley Home Access is whether it is better to build a wooden ramp or choose an aluminum modular ramp. While both offer accessibility, aluminum ramps consistently give homeowners…
Read MoreAccessible Travel Tips for People with Mobility Challenges
Takeaways Plan ahead—Contact airlines, hotels, or hosts early and clearly communicate your accessibility needs. Travel smart with your device—Document your mobility aid, carry essential parts and extra battery/adaptor if applicable. Stay in accessible accommodations—Verify both the room and common areas meet your needs, not just labelled “accessible.” Communicate with hosts or hotel staff—Discuss layout, furniture,…
Read MoreRhode Island Home Modification Funding Sources 2025
When we conduct a home assessment at Oakley Home Access and determine the best modifications for each individual, the most common question we hear is: “How can I pay for these modifications?” Fortunately, there are multiple funding sources available to help, especially for Rhode Island residents. These home modifications—ramps, stairlifts, accessible bathroom remodels, elevator installs,…
Read MoreLong-Term Care Policies and Home Modification Funding
Key Takeaways Long-Term Care Policies often include home modification coverage, even if the policyholder is unaware. Most plans reimburse up to $7,000 for accessibility upgrades during the capture period. Home modifications help individuals remain safely at home and are far more cost-effective than nursing home residency. The reimbursement process is simple and usually requires only…
Read MoreThe Ease of the Vertical Platform Lift: Aging In Place
If you or a loved one are one of the many people who rely on a wheelchair to help with mobility issues, a vertical platform lift can be an invaluable tool for Aging In Place. Vertical Platform Lifts (VPLs) are usually installed outside or in a garage to help users gain accessibility to otherwise inaccessible…
Read MoreOakley Home Access: Complete Home Accessibility & Aging In Place Specialists
Oakley Home Access assists a wide array of clients in Rhode Island and Massachusetts ranging from children with mobility impairments to older individuals who strive to age in place. Oakley Home Access provides a variety of home safety and accessibility equipment that provides minimally invasive solutions to maximize mobility in every room of the home.…
Read MoreThe Victorian Downtown Freecurve: Installing A Curved Stairlift
The Oakley Home Access team has helped countless homeowners make their residences safe and accessible for Aging In Place. We pride ourselves on creating the ideal plan for any home configuration or circumstance in order to deliver on our goal to Maximize Mobility. During our Free Home Safety Assessment, we familiarize ourselves with a client’s…
Read MoreOur Oakley Home Access Locations in New Haven and Boston
Here at Oakley Home Access, we specialize in a wide range of home modifications designed to enhance safety, accessibility, and comfort for individuals facing mobility challenges, disabilities, or aging-in-place needs. Over the past year, we have expanded and are pleased to introduce Neil Garceau and Steve Gregory as the owners of our Boston and New…
Read MoreFunding for Your Home Modifications
When our assessment team concludes a Free Home Safety Assessment, the most frequently asked question is “How am I going to pay for these things?” Healthcare is an extremely expensive process, from hospital and rehab stays, to paying for private nursing care. Our team invests time every week to search for available funding programs…
Read MoreBathroom Safety Updates from Oakley Home Access
One of the most dangerous areas of the home for older adults is in the bathroom. Many factors lead into this data, but research shows that making modifications to your bathroom can greatly reduce the risk of falls. Oakley Home Access specializes in conservative, affordable, and efficient bathroom modifications, and in this month’s blog we…
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