Code compliant ramp systems can consist of many different parts, including ramps, platforms, handrails, and stairs.

Two leaders in safety and accessibility standards are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Stair systems are a vital aspect of any multi-floor structure, ranging from a multi-floor office building to roll-away staircases for customers to exit an airplane on the tarmac.

We get many questions about the differences between two fairly similar looking SUITCASE® portable folding wheelchair ramps and we are here to answer a key question: Singlefold AS Ramp vs Trifold® AS Ramp, which is better?

The benefits of a Vertical Platform Lift for your home are far-reaching and can include advantages you may not have ever considered.

If you look around you, you’ll see platforms and decks just about everywhere: adorning a house, forming a walkway between two buildings, or supporting some machinery.

The PATHWAY® HD Code Compliant Modular Access System is a component-based product line made up of ramps, platforms, and stairs that can all be combined and configured to create the most ideal set up for you and your location

A solid surface portable ramp is a great ramp option typically made of a solid, sturdy material such as aluminum, and that does not fold in half like many other types of portable wheelchair ramps.

PATHWAY HD is the brand of code-compliant ADA ramps that EZ-ACCESS offers that can be used for modular buildings, industrial warehouses, and a variety of other locations.

If you’ve ever wondered why a modular ramp system would be advantageous to install for those with limited mobility, we have the answers.

There are many scenarios where individuals and businesses may need a code-compliant ramp system.

Portable loading ramps are necessary for many tasks. They can help prevent injury and make moving cargo onto and off of a delivery truck simple and easy without having to lift items or risk potential injury.

The TRANSITIONS® Modular Entry Ramp is a relatively small ramp that can make home entrances more accessible. Most entryways have a step or threshold that someone would need to step over to enter a home or building.

Do you need a helping hand with getting a wheelchair or mobility scooter from one point to another, whether it be from your home to your vehicle or your vehicle to out and about?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal agency that helps to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers in the United States. OSHA provides information, training, and assistance to employers and workers to help them prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. OSHA also enforces safety and health standards at work sites.

EZ-ACCESS, a division of Homecare Products, Inc., is pleased to announce the addition of a new manufacturing and distribution facility in Hopkinsville, KY, a relocated corporate headquarters in Auburn, WA, and the opening of an East Coast office in Madison, TN.

A multi-purpose singlefold edgeless ramp is one of the most versatile products on the market.

A toilet incline lift is one of the most helpful products for a person with a disability or who is aging and experiencing reduced mobility.

EZ-ACCESS has been family-owned and operated company for almost 40 years now. What started as a mother-daughter duo in 1984 has expanded into a three-generation legacy in the making that has provided career opportunities to six other immediate family members.

If your front door, back door, garage man door, etc. has a raised threshold, you’ve come to the right place!

Whether it’s at your front door, inside of your garage, or on your back deck, chances are every part of your home is not on the same level.

Patient lifts can be very important pieces of equipment in both the home and in medical facilities. These are used to assist caregivers in the transportation of patients with limited mobility. Patients need to move between beds, wheelchairs, toilets, and showers, and patient lifts can help tremendously with that.

An injury, a chronic disease like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's, an amputation, or old age can contribute to a variety of mobility issues, which can make navigating stairs, getting up from a seated position, or walking for extended periods of time, a serious challenge at times.

Every day, seniors are injured when trying to use the restroom. This should not be the case. What about those who have difficulty getting up off of the toilet by themselves due to health conditions other than age?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) there are 75 million people worldwide of all ages that must use a wheelchair every day.

Everyone deserves to get around their home with ease and comfort. Though if you're a person with limited mobility, have family members with different mobility capabilities, or care for someone who requires easier access, you are already too well aware that most homes these days are not necessarily equipped to offer safe access.

There are several answers to the question, “how wheelchair ramps make life easier?”. Our environment simply isn’t flat, there are elevated entrances, areas, places, and spaces all around us.

The TRAVERSE™ Multi-purpose Curb Plate is a one-piece plate designed to help you overcome curbs.

The TRAVERSE™ Singlefold Edgeless Ramp is ideal for loading or moving wider pieces of equipment with inset wheels. The ramp’s curbless design makes it easy to load and unload bigger cargo or machinery such as riding lawn mowers without having to be concerned with clearing raised siderails. 

Are you searching for a high-quality and convenient folding portable ramp, but are unsure of the best choice to meet your needs? While the pros and cons of portable wheelchair ramps are numerous, this article focuses on the advantages of folding portable ramps. Understanding these pros can assist in your decision-making process. Keep reading to learn more about the advantages of owning a portable folding ramp!

A patient lift is a tool that aids caregivers working in private homes, nursing homes, and hospitals move residents or patients with limited mobility to stand, sit, or move between chairs, beds, and rooms.

As a commercial business owner, making wise investments and decisions is essential. Overlooking even the slightest opportunity can result in having to spend more than necessary in the long run.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 61 million American adults live with a disability.

Portable folding ramps are extremely helpful as they aid mobility.

One of the most difficult tasks that caregivers perform is bathing the people that they are caring for.

Residential ramps can create a safe path for wheelchair and mobility scooter users so that they can access their homes with ease.

Bathroom safety devices are essential for the safety of the elderly and those who are disabled. Why? Statistics have shown that most accidents in the home are most likely to occur in the bathroom.

EZ-ACCESS offers a wide array of ramps that come in different shapes, sizes, materials, and weights. Our ramps are suitable for wheelchairs, scooters, cane users, and walkers to help them access single steps, shower entries, patio doors, and doorways. With our ramps, you can navigate daily obstacles easily and safely.

With the EZ-BATHE Body Washing Basin, you're guaranteed easy and comfortable patient care all the time. Just inflate it, attach it to a water source and start bathing your patient. When you're done cleaning your patient, hand-clean the basin using warm water while it's still inflated. Leave the unit to dry completely while still inflated before deflating it and folding it up for storage. 

A disability doesn’t define someone. Although it may come with certain limitations and unique challenges, they can still enjoy the freedom and satisfaction of living independently in their home. With advanced technology, decades of research, and trial and error, it’s much easier to live an autonomous life now than it was in previous years.

When renovating, it is critical to ensure that the walk-in shower has enough space to accommodate either a wheelchair or a shower chair. It is also not a bad idea to install a built-in shower seat for those who benefit from sitting as they shower.

EZ-ACCESS's wide product range is primarily made of aluminum, which is durable, dependable, and requires little maintenance. Unlike concrete, steel, and wood products, aluminum is resistant to rust, warping, rot, corrosion, cracking, and wasting. Your savings on maintenance and replacement costs are huge in the long-term.

If you have needs that extend beyond the scope of an angled entry place, you can trust EZ-ACCESS with all your door threshold and other mobility issues. We have more than 35 years of experience offering the finest safety products. And we are the country's number one supplier of accessibility solutions. You can trust the safety experts at EZ-ACCESS

A loading ramp is a piece of equipment used to load or offload cargo from a truck or container. Loading ramps are helpful for moving large items from a truck bed or trailer to the ground and vice versa. Some portable ramps come with wheels for easy relocation, but others are light enough to be picked up and moved by hand.

This curb plate requires no assembly and has no parts or pieces that can be easily lost. All you need to do is set it up and put it where you need it! Its textured surface and curb stops to keep the plate in place are essential safety features that are built into this product. This curb plate can also conveniently fit in your van or truck, making it easy to take with you wherever you go.

The campsite should also be taken into account as unpaved areas may make it difficult for unpowered wheelchairs to navigate without help. Speak with the staff at a few different campsites to see what options they offer when it comes to accessibility so that you can be sure to pick the one that works best for you.

Limited mobility issues affect people of every age group. Some people who suffer from limited mobility can move around and support their bodies with little help; and some people must use wheelchairs, canes, walkers, and other mobility assistance tools.

There are a few options for making your current house more accessible. Making your home more accessible makes it feasible for someone to live comfortably, and installing a wheelchair ramp outside to offer better access into your house should be one of the first changes you make.

For many businesses, loading and unloading trucks is a daily and essential part of how they do business. Getting materials into and out of a vehicle must be done quickly and safely in order to keep on schedule and keep customers happy.

For people living with limited mobility, it can be difficult to access places that have elevated entrances, stairs, or don’t have permanent ramps put in place. This can limit the places and activities that can be done, especially if you don’t have an alternative way of getting around and inside.

Homes and businesses with a large clientele base may need a broad range of access items to help individuals who may struggle to enter safely and with ease. Thankfully, the TRANSITIONS® Modular Entry Mat can help create a more straightforward access option

People with mobility issues are at a higher risk of losing balance or suffering temporary weakness, and this may lead to falling. If they fall, they may be lucky to suffer a few bruises, but we all know that the consequences can be dire, especially if they fall on dangerous surfaces.

Seniors are the highest risk group for injuries in the bathroom. According to the National Council on Aging, an elderly person is treated in the emergency room for an injury caused by a fall every 11 seconds.

Portable wheelchair ramps are placed over raised steps, inclines, porches, curbs, and on uneven ground. They are also used to transfer cumbersome mobility equipment in and out of vehicles.

Life can be challenging when you are faced with limited mobility and you are unable to perform everyday tasks such as going to the bathroom. However, you can make a number of changes to your living environment with accessibility in mind that will help you accomplish these tasks much easier and safer.

Toilets lift seats are also called toilet lift chairs. They are mobility products used in residential bathrooms. These lifts are designed to support individuals while moving from a standing position to a sitting position or a sitting position to an upright position.

When it comes to providing accessibility for individuals with wheelchairs, some commercial businesses put forth a great deal of effort, and it shows by the structures used. But others simply do enough to meet their legal obligation.

Ramps are a wonderful thing, they promote accessibility and allow those that might not be able to get in or out to do just so. They can also be used for recreation, commercial loading, and so much more. Portable ramps have plenty of benefits that make them as desirable if not more preferable to permanent ramp systems.

The LIFT Toilet Lift is designed to make your home's bathroom safe as you sit and stand while using the toilet. Learn more about the TILT Toilet Incline Lift's features.

EZ-ACCESS specializes in producing ADA-Compliant ramp systems for schools. Follow these guidelines to make sure entrances to your school are ADA compliant.

When it comes to using a patient transfer lift system safely, training is the first step. There are specific instructions that you need to follow for every transfer. Understand how each component of the lift system is supposed to work. If you’re unsure, don’t perform the transfer.

Follow the tips offered by EZ-ACCESS to improve ADA compliance at your business so you adhere to established standards and maintain access for all.

Make sure your business is prepared to stay accessible with these winter weather ramp management tips from EZ-ACCESS.

Maintaining your independence while at home during the winter can be difficult. Use these independent living tips from EZ-ACCESS to keep your home accessible during the winter.

The city of Tucson found a creative solution to help save their community. They are currently working on a project in their downtown area to expand dining areas to the outdoor space in front of some local restaurants by utilizing the wide sidewalks along their main street.

EZ-ACCESS is here to give mobility device users advice on staying active with home access solutions! Try out these tips this winter for a routine that can lend a hand to better physical and mental health.

Looking for contactless ramp installation for your next project? EZ-ACCESS has you covered! Read through these steps for our contactless ramp installation process from start to finish.

We designed the PASSPORT® to be the best wheelchair lift on the market. But instead of just telling you, we also backed it up. Read all about the features that make this lift a step above the rest.

While we understand the appeal of using other materials for access solutions, aluminum is always the safest option when you're creating reliable emergency exits. Read this blog to find out why.

The pandemic has brought an immense amount of changes to schools and has drastically changed the learning environment. Districts have had to create solutions that they feel will be best to continue educating while also keeping students and faculty as safe as possible.

We understand that modifying your home to make the entrance safer and easier to navigate for those with limited mobility is no small decision. That's why EZ-ACCESS is here to help you decide whether temporary or permanent solutions are right for you.

While summer 2020 has been unpredictable, the downtime for businesses has provided a great opportunity for updating access solutions. See what we can do for you by checking out these commercial access solutions from projects all over the country.

While the world is still waiting on answers about the COVID-19 crisis, EZ-ACCESS is here to be your resource for helping your loved ones age in place safely. Many households have taken their elderly loved ones out of assisted living facilities and nursing homes due to the rapid spread of the virus and have moved them into their homes.

Business owners and property owners alike are considering how to adapt their location for an entirely new way of operating. Whether this new way of operating includes redirecting traffic through your store or adding temporary office space, EZ-ACCESS is here to help you provide safe access to your property for individuals of all abilities.

Think about hiring services to help with the upkeep of their home, both on the inside and the outside or consider creating a calendar with your family to appoint people certain tasks on certain days or weeks to help out.

Whether you are having discussions about keeping your aging parents or grandparents in their own home or are considering removing them from their current care facility, there are many points to weigh and decisions to make.

Summer break is the perfect time to update access solutions for your school district to ensure entrances are easily accessible to all individuals on school grounds.

To help new and experienced family caregivers, we’ve compiled a list of portable ramps that can help mom and dad better navigate the home as well as other essential locations.

Mobility device users need ample room at the entryway to enter, exit, and maneuver about, so you need to ensure that there is space to do so, which is why the door to the main entrance, or at least to one entrance on the building, must be designed for wheelchair accessibility.

We, along with our nationwide network of durable medical equipment providers understand that access is essential. This is why we're working together to continue providing vital solutions during this time. with contactless home ramp installation.

COVID-19 access solutions are in high demand as additional spaces and facility retrofits are being implemented across the country. Buildings are being transformed to become pop-up testing and treatment centers, convention centers and concert venues are being converted to overflow hospitals, and additional spaces to allow greater social distancing and separation of people are being set up at schools, work sites, and more.

With the school year ending, now is a great time for school administrators to brainstorm ways to improve for next year. As experts on ADA-compliant access, we are here to offer different ways to promote disability inclusion through school accessibility.

Everyone needs help from time to time, especially if an individual's mobility is limited due to age or a chronic health condition. Our powered aids to daily living enable users to maintain independence and dignity around the home.

You know you need a ramp for your home and on-the-go, but how do you know you are making the right choice? To help you, we've compiled a home assessment that can help guide you to find the best portable ramp solution that will meet your specific needs!

A child with muscular dystrophy may start using a motorized scooter as they need assistance throughout the day and will eventually require a power wheelchair full-time. Let EZ-ACCESS help equip your school with access solutions that work for the property and for the students.

While school is out of session due to COVID-19 now may be the perfect time to make maintenance updates to the property. Read this blog for a quick timeline to school ramp installations.

To hold an outstanding ceremony that is accessible to all, we’ve developed this ADA checklist for school administrators to prepare for their graduation ceremony.

We get it, it's not always comfortable to talk about bathroom assistance, but EZ-ACCESS is here to help break the stigma and provide practical solutions. Read about helpful bathroom accessibility solutions for you and your caregiver today.

Looking for the Grace and Frankie Toilet in real life? We have just what you need. Read this blog to learn about the details of the EZ-ACCESS toileting aid solution: the TILT.

If you are in need of a ramp to eliminate the barriers that steps, curbs, and raised thresholds can cause, choosing the right solution for your needs can be tricky. See our chart on the similarities & differences between portable and semi-permanent ramps.

Make 2020 the year that you break through barriers and bring safe wheelchair access to your home. Whether you use a wheelchair full-time or utilize other assistive mobility devices; consider assessing your home for obstacles and making these changes.

Standards for ADA compliance for polling places have been raised and EZ-ACCESS is here to help you meet those guidelines and provide equal access to voting for individuals of all abilities. Learn why the standards are raised and how to stay compliant.

In 2019, we were honored to partner with several businesses, schools, and public properties to provide commercial-grade, ADA-compliant access solutions for individuals of all abilities. Read this blog to get a recap of our projects and solutions in 2019!

A school in Arlington, Virginia reached out to us about their need for ADA compliant access for two different entry points on the backside of their building. Read this blog to see the two-story school ramp we were able to provide!

We know that access solutions can be a financial investment for your family, but we don't want that to be the reason you and your loved ones don't get the access solution you need. Read this list of government loans and grants to help provide home access.

Earlier this year, Whitman-Hanson Regional High School was asked by the state to install an elevator to provide ease of access to their outdoor stadium. Read out blog find out why they decided to go with an EZ-ACCESS ramp instead!

If you have a loved one that needs assistance performing daily tasks, you're probably trying to find every solution you can to help them age in place. And that is exactly why we made a list of what we think are the top 4 aids to daily living products.

There are many ways to keep students and staff safe with durable access solutions. Read this blog to learn about ways to utilize aluminum ramps, platforms, and steps on a school or university campus to ensure code compliance and safe access at schools.

To help you out during some of the most extreme weather months, here is a list of winter safety tips for caregivers that will help you and the ones you care for!

If you're hosting for any of the upcoming holidays; we understand that you want things to be smooth sailing! If your guests have limited mobility; here are a few things to keep in mind to make sure they can easily navigate your home during their stay.