Save Space and Feel Safe: Ceiling Lifts as a Home Mobility Solution

Home means something different for everyone, but no matter what, home should be a place where we find comfort, ease, and sense of safety. For individuals with mobility needs, as well as caregivers, that might mean needing some additional tools to help home feel comfortable and secure.

Enter ceiling lifts: a safe and convenient solution for helping individuals with mobility challenges move around their homes.

What is a ceiling lift?

Ceiling lifts allow caregivers to transfer patients or loved ones with limited mobility throughout the home. These systems use a motorized hoist and ceiling track to lift and move individuals smoothly and safely.

At MobilityWorks@home, we provide two types of ceiling lifts: fixed ceiling lifts and portable ceiling lifts.

Fixed Ceiling Lifts

Fixed ceiling lifts use a track that is mounted on a ceiling or wall structure. Because they are installed on the ceiling, they provide an unobtrusive (other word choice: discreet) solution. They also feature in-rail charging so they are always ready to go, even in a power outage.

Portable Ceiling Lifts

A person lies in a hospital bed using a patient lift system, with a wheelchair nearby and a potted plant and nightstand beside the bed.

Portable ceiling lifts, on the other hand, use a free-standing track system. These are a great solution for when the lift will be used in multiple parts of the home or temporarily. They also provide more flexibility because they can be moved from room to room. Some portable ceiling lift options have in-rail charging.

A Mobility Solution for Patients and Caregivers

Ceiling lifts are a mobility solution best suited for individuals who find it difficult to move around the home without assistance. This includes a wide range of disabilities and mobility challenges. Ceiling lifts can also be helpful for individuals who are recovering from an injury or surgery.

They can also benefit caregivers by providing a safe and easier transfer solution that can reduce the risk of injury for both the caregiver and individual being assisted.

Fixed Ceiling Lifts vs. Mobile Floor Lifts: What’s the difference?

Ceiling lifts and floor-based lifts both have their benefits, but their uses vary depending on a few factors. The size of the room, wall materials, and room layout are important factors to consider, as well as how long the lift will be in use and the patient’s weight.

Fixed Ceiling Lifts

Fixed ceiling lifts are intended to be long-term or permanent solutions, as they are mounted to the ceiling or a structure in the home. They can lift up to 1,100 pounds.

Portable Ceiling Lifts

Portable ceiling lifts use a free-standing track system on the floor. They do not require any drilling or mounting to the ceiling or any structures. These lifts are intended to be temporary solutions or used in situations where the lift needs to be used in multiple rooms. They are easy to install, assemble, and disassemble.

Other Features to Look for in a Ceiling Lift

· Motorized or manual operation

· Weight capacity: what will the lift need to support?

· Remote control functionality and ease of use

Why should you choose MobilityWorks@home for your home lift systems?

Find confidence and peace of mind when you choose MobilityWorks@home for your home lift systems. Our Certified Home Access Consultant and industry-certified technicians are here to support you every step of the way, from providing a free in-home assessment and quote to installing your home mobility solutions safely and efficiently. MobilityWorks@home is also a manufacturer-certified installer of Human Care and Molift patient ceiling lifts.

Ready to lift your worries and find a new solution for home mobility? Schedule a FREE home consultation with a Certified Home Access Consultant today. Call 877-275-4903 or visit home.mobilityworks.com/contact.