Consumer Power Chairs
Sometimes, Power Chairs are the best option for you. In that case, it is best that you get a full understanding of what the power chair can do for you. In the end, the power chair needs to fit into…
Lift Chairs
Lift chairs allow mobility and comfortability to intersect. This is why lift chairs are a popular option. With that said, they have become increasingly popular, and have led to a global shortage. Additionally, COVID has had massive repercussions on the…
Scooter Season: Batteries
When we think of scooters, we think of their ability to provide mobility to those who need it. With that said, their functionality is highly dependent on the batter that allows the scooter to operate. Similar to any other technology,…
Supporting Active Living
At Assist, we believe that your active lifestyle should never be hindered by your age or limited mobility. We believe in options for everyone. This way each and every one of you can live an active lifestyle without putting undue…
Making Your Home Accessible
Home accessibility is one of the most crucial things to ensure independent and confident living. While many of us take for granted the ease of accessibility, many individuals with limited mobility don’t have the same privilege. As mobility decreases, stairs…
Growing Older at Home
The stairs are getting so hard to climb,” “Since my wife died, I just open a can of soup for dinner,” “I’ve lived here 40 years. No other place will seem like home.“ These are common issues for older people.…
If it doesn’t fit, you can’t sit!
Sliding out of a wheelchair is a common problem faced by wheelchair users with a reduced ability to reposition themselves throughout the day. Depending on various factors such as their current mobility device and seating system or their living environment…
Power Mobility and Alternative Controls
The selection of the most appropriate power wheelchair base and the method in which to control it can be a daunting task. There are three main types of bases for power mobility; front wheel drive, mid-wheel drive, and rear wheel…