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Author: Walter J Ciampa R.Ph

Retail pharmacist licensed in multiple states, with broad experience in managed care/pharmacy benefit management. Sound understanding of principles underlying pharmaceutical care, with ability to recognize therapeutic incompatibilities. Adept interpersonal and communication skills, with expertise interacting with customers, medical staff and administrators. Proactive leadership in development, implementation and analysis of disease management programs. While supplying VNA with pre-packaged prescriptions and medical products. Provided medication therapy management, comprehensive medication review, patient education, physician consultations and patient compliance consultations.

How To Choose a Ramp

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Purchasing a ramp for your home can be a life-changing choice — but the decisions don’t stop there. Here are some things to consider when choosing the best ramp for your needs:

 

Incline Height

Residential ramp guidelines recommend a ramp rise to run ratio of 1:12, meaning that for every inch of rise your ramp should extend 12 inches in length. Our experts will measure your steps to ensure that your ramp is the proper length to ensure a safe and gentle slope.

 

Renting vs. Buying

Deciding whether to rent or buy your ramp depends on your duration of need as well as your budget. If you expect to use your ramp for only a short period of time or would like to try a ramp before committing to a purchase, renting might be your best option. On the other hand, long-term usage might warrant the purchase of a new or used ramp.

 

Weight Capacity

Different styles of ramps have different weight limits, ranging from 300 pounds to 850 pounds. Our Mobility Consultants will discuss the weights of potential users as well as the weights of their mobility products, when applicable, to ensure that the ramp you choose has an appropriate weight capacity for your needs.

 

Transport and Storage

Portable / Suitcase ramps are the perfect solution for those with on-the-go mobility needs, or for individuals who only need a ramp part time and wish to store it away when not in use. They are available in a variety of lengths ranging from two to twelve feet, making them perfect for conquering only one or two small steps.

 

Ramp Width

Just as mobility devices have different widths, ramps are available in different widths as well. Our Mobility Specialists will talk with you about how the ramp will be used to ensure that it is the right width for your walker, wheelchair, power-chair, or scooter.

Hand Rails, or no Hand Rails?

Each of our modular ramps comes with ADA Compliant handrails to ensure user safety while using the ramp. However, many of our portable ramps must have hand rails added on if desired. If you anticipate the need for extra support while traveling up or down your ramp, hand rails are a great option to ensure balance along the way.

 

After-Sales Support

What happens after installation? After the ramp becomes a part of your home, it’s important to have support for any issues that might arise. All ramps are backed by 101 Mobility’s One-Year Limited Service Warranty in addition to the brand’s individual warranty to ensure that you are covered.

 

Elderly Health Care: Keeping colds at bay. — Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life

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Originally posted on When Women Inspire: Today we have highly respected author and blogger Sally Cronin taking the guest post spot. She is an avid writer at Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life, where she blogs about health, writing, and promotional features for authors. It is with great pleasure that I give her…

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Falls And Prevention

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As older adults live longer, they may have more than one chronic disease.  Or, they may have a health problem that can lead to another condition or injury if not properly managed.   The older adult may also experience healthcare in various settings, such as the hospital, assisted living facility or at home.  These situations can affect the health and function of the older adult and therefore require careful management to ensure proper care and improve or maintain quality of life.

Overview of this section:

  • Falls and Other Medical Conditions
  • Falls and Medication Management
  • Additional Health Problems Related to Falls

Lift/Recliner Chairs

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Buy your Golden Lift Chair/Recliner from Easter Home Medical Supply.  We are New England’s premier Lift Chair Dealer.  Here are just a few reasons to buy your next lift chair from us.

  • Our specially trained Sales Consultants will help understand the needs of the person using the chair and make specific recommendations
  • Low cost home delivery via our own delivery drivers.  We will bring it to your house, and show you how to use it.
  • Our pricing is transparent and the lowest around.  All pricing is listed below (delivery, tax, and fabric upgrades not included).  If you find a Golden Chair for less locally-either in the big box furniture stores or other Medical Supply Dealers we will match the price!
  • Our Factory Trained Service Technicians will be able to service your chair and our inexpensive extended warranties make your purchase worry free!