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THE ELDERLEY DILEMMA

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As regards the costs of caring for Elderly, to quoting the Washington Times USA – “No one anticipated so many would need so much assistance while preferring to stay in their own homes or with their loved ones”.

A son said, my mother who is 96 years old has been living with me for the past six years. Almost three years ago she broke the same hip twice within six months, which rendered her semi-invalid. She is also sliding into dementia. She was extremely damant that she would not go into a care home.

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An interim report earlier this year found that elderly people have been left in bed for 17 hours at a time, abandoned in soiled bedding and clothing, while others had to choose between being washed and being fed because visits were so brief.

Exclusive research by Age UK found that 82 per cent of English councils provide care only to those described as having ‘substantial’ or ‘critical’ needs.

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Can’t Sleep – What can I do to get more sleep?

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Did you know? The latest health news from Top Flight Stairlifts explains how more sleep improves your health and happiness.

“Get to Bed early” – seems simple, but we know it’s not always that easy and there is more to it. Read on to find out why…

1. Cut out caffeine

Caffeine can keep you awake. By cutting out your caffeine in take at least four to six hours before bedtime can massively help you fall asleep more easily. Caffeine increaseses the heart rate and thus keeps you more awake because it’s a stimulates the brain and behaviour.

Caffeine before bedtime delays sleep onset, reduces overall sleep time and reduces the depth of sleep. After taking in caffeine sleep is more easily aroused and quality of sleep is reduced.

2. Avoid alcohol as a sleep aid

Alcohol may initially help you fall asleep, but it also causes disturbances in sleep resulting in less restful sleep. An alcoholic drink before bedtime may make it more likely that you will wake up during the night.

3. Relax before bedtime

Stress not only makes you miserable, it wreaks havoc on your sleep. Develop some

Relax and Unwind - Recliner Luxury Chairs in Norfolk from £499

kind of pre-sleep ritual to break the connection between all the day’s stress and bedtime. E.g Write a list of tomorrows to do’s, it will close the day so to speak. These rituals can be as short as 10 minutes or as long as an hour. Perhaps try reading something light, meditating on what you’ve read, aromatherapy, light stretching or taking a hot bath can also help you get better sleep. Also, don’t look at the clock! So set the alarm long before bed time.

4. Get some Exercise, do it at the right time for you

Regular exercise can help you get a good night’s sleep. The timing and intensity of exercise seems to play a key role in its effects on sleep. If you are the type of person who gets ener-gised or becomes more alert after exercise, it may be best not to exercise in the evening. Regular exercise in the morning even can help relieve insomnia, according to a study. Ask Top Flight Mobility about Happy Legs (a exercise strategy) – if you are sat down for prolonged periods of time during the day.

5. Keep your bedroom quiet, dark and comfortable

Use earplugs, window blinds or curtains and an electric blanket – everything possible to

Adjustable beds Norfolk

create an ideal sleep environment. Ideal room temperatures for sleeping are between 15C and 22C (59F and 71F). Temperatures above 24C (75F) or below about 12C (53F) can disrupt sleep.

6. Eat well, sleep well

Avoid going to bed hungry, but do not eat heavy meals before bedtime. An over-full stomach can keep you up. Certain foods can help, though. Milk contains tryptophan, which is a sleep-promoting substance. Other foods that may help promote sleep include tuna, halibut, arti-chokes advocados, almonds, eggs, peaches, walnuts, apricots, oats, asparagas, buckwheat and bannanas.

 

Improve your health and happiness in the home

Many today want the luxury of remaining in their home despite a change in their circumstances. Moving out into a care home, isn’t desirable and when you can make mobility adjustments to your home why bother? Save money in the long run, increase your independence and stay in your own home.

In certain cases it is becoming difficult to recieve the right care and many are looking to care for the family in the home. We work with many organisations that provide home care so you can enjoy being in the home you love. How can Top Flight Stairlifts help improve health and happiness and help make mobility adjustments to your home?

1. Provide a Stairlift – Safe, reduces the need for assistance and increases independence

2. Adapt the home - Put in extra mobility that can make life easier, e.g. Bedroom Aids, Bathroom Aids, Kitchen Aids all designed to assist the elderly and those with mobility concerns in the home.

3. Adapt the Seating, install Medical Chairs, Rise and Recline chairs

4. Powered Chairs, Mobility Chairs to assist with wheel chair users

5. Adjustable Beds – Making it easier to care for someone who spends time in the bed, adjustable beds can rise so as to eat in bed, relax and enjoy a range of comfortable positions by using a remote control rather than a carer.

Mobility chairs are designed to increase comfort and aid those who struggle getting in and out of chair by themselves. The Rise Recline Chairs are great especially for those who sit for long periods of time and fin it difficult to relax and switch. Luxury Recliners are available new from £499.

Those who find it difficult to get upstairs to their own bed or are weak on their feet and getting up and down the stairs – may find that a Stairlift could be an ideal solution to keep them indepenedent in their own home.

Why not take advantage of our expertise in mobility products especially if you live within or in the surrounding areas of Norfolk and Norwich whereby we service and install stairlifts in Norfolk or chair lifts in Norwich and King’s Lynn, Norfolk. Top Flight Stairlifts in Norfolk have an office in Norwich and King’s Lynn and are great for friendly advice if you feel that changes needed to made to you home.

If you are looking for Stairlifts Norfolk or Stairlifts Kings Lynn then Top Flight Stairlifts in Kings Lynn and Norwich can supply a wide range of stairlifts from UK Manufacturers such as Brooks, Freelift and Meditek Stairlifts. Top Starlifts in Norfolk have a Team qualified stairlifts engineers who can answer your questions.

Norfolk Stairlifts & Healthcare – Occupational Therapists Norfolk

Top Flight Stairlifts in Norwich have been working closely with the Occupational Therapists in Norwich who have recommended us as a preferred Norfolk Stairlift Supplier. This has been a huge success for the patients in Norfolk as they have been able to benefit from a reliable recommendation.

Stairlifts in Norfolk from £1395 for a New Straight stairlift in Norfolk or £1345 for a Curved Stairlift in Norfolk. Visit www.topflightstairlifts.co.uk or call 01603 60 50 30 or free 0800 093 6117

 

Stairlifts in London – New Office for Top Flight Stairlifts

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Top Flight Stairlifts in London offer the UK’s leading manufactured stairlifts across the UK. A growing number of care home patients are returning to residential living once again and thus there is a greater need for stairlifts in London area. Mobility equipment is required to help individuals to be independant in their own homes. It can be a challenge to choose the right stairlift for your home, but being armed with the information below makes purchasing a stairlift much easier.

Top Flight Stairlifts supply stairlifts in London from their two new offices, one in Guildford and the other in Wimbledon. This makes it convenient to survey properties, handle any local queries, install Stairlifts, maintain and service stairlifts in the London area.

Supplying the UK’s leading stairlifts such as Meditek Stairlifts, Brooks, Freelift, Minivator Stairlifts and of course Platinum Curved Stairlifts (which also come in the heavy duty curved stairlift option) makes Top Flight Stairlifts Ltd an ideal company to ask for advice and quotes on Stairlifts for your home Call 0208 226 46 76.

Straight Stairlift by Elite – London Stairlifts

Having a team of experienced and factory trained stairlift engineers, Top Flight Stairlifts can respond to stairlift call outs in London, as well service and maintanence on Stairlifts in London.

When buying a New Stairlift in London

Before enquiring about Stairlift prices in London find out the following information:

1. Stand at the bottom of the stairs and look to the top step and ask which is the side I want my stairlift to be on, the left or the right? usually its the side with the hard wall is on.

2. Is my staircase curved? if yes, then you can choose which side to have the lift, whichever is best for you.

3. Where is the nearest power supply to the stairs located?

4. Are the any obstructions i.e. a door way close to the bottom of the Staircase? You will need at least 2ft

How much should I expect to pay for a new stairlift in London?

Brooks Lincoln Stairlift

You can expect to pay between £1300 – £2000 approx for a New Straight Stairlift, of course the more extras you have the price can increase.

“If you are looking to purchase a curved stairlift in London then the prices should start from around £3200 and can go up to anywhere as far as £5,500 usually in price.”

This price is based on the Platinum curved Stairlift which is made in the UK and we highly recommend this lift due to the quality and reliablity of it. There is of course the Freelift curved stairlift which is another curved stairlift that we sell alot of in London, again great quality and reliability but also the think track is very appealing.

Advice when purchasing a stairlift in London:

Buy a stairlift from a company who can install the chair lift themselves, why? this is because if in the unlikehood you do have problems, you know the provider will be able to fix it right away and can deal with it.  If the supplier does not have the engineers to install their own stairlifts, then it’s highly likely they will be relaint on another Stairlift company to supply this service - in which case, this results in the customer paying a higher price and a longer response time as you not be priority - SO be careful to check this out!

Top Flight Stairlifts in London have theor own qualified Stairlift engineers and installers, they also have a Stairlift breakdown department to repsond to callouts 24/7.

What if I have a Stairlift in London and it has broken down?

Brooks Stairlifts Control – Stairlift Breakdown

Top Flight Stairlifts charge approximately £60 for a call out.” If you have taken out a warranty package this will obvisouly be free of charge.

Top Flight Stairlifts have their own engineers who are fully qualified, to work on the lifts sold by the Stairlift provider and can handle any queries under one roof, hence Top Flight Stairlift can supply quality stairlifts in London at really competitive prices as all is done under one roof. We ensure when we install a stairlift in London, it is installed with precison and care as this ensure the lift runs smoothly, efficiently and avoids unecessary problems further down the line. A full demonstration and training session is given also when the chair lift is installed to explain how to use the stairlift correctly to again avoid any problems or concerns at a later date.

Check out their website www.topflightstairlifts.co.uk or call 0800 093 6117 for more information.

If you would like to inquire about a stairlift for a friend, you can always speak to our team to obtain necessary information and you can intrun pass on the details.

The Elderly in Manchester – Enjoying life

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Manchester –the City Life

Manchester is a cosmopolitan city and is a symbol of England’s Industrial heritage. The Hard Rock Cafe in Manchester is the largest in the UK and regularly holds concerts – it’s American cusuine is scrumptious!!! Well worth a visit, even if just for the dessert.

The City of Manchester Stadium recently hosted the Take That Tour, Progress Live 2011. This was a complete sell out and attracted many screaming fans to the city of Manchester to see the most exciting reunion in British pop history. Needless to say the night was electric, and the performances from the band as well as Pet Shop Boys and Robbie made for a night to remember.

The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester regularly hosts the Halle Orchastre and Elbow Live at the Bridgewater Hall  on a weekly basis. This is a place where all can escape and enjoy the delightful sounds of many instruments – this is truly a delightful experience and allows you to experience some of the best acoustics in music and is a favorite stop on the circuit for musicians as it’s a great place to jam. The elderly find it comfortable to relax in such a place making Manchester a great place for the elderly to visit. The great news is that for the elderly & disabled you can also get discounted tickets for as little as £10.

Sometimes the elderly who are looking to escape from time to time and those wanting to get outdoors and find an interesting activity for the elderly, requires them to be mobile and free to travel on foot around the city.  For some this has presented a challenge to some elderly ones but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean it can’t be done with comfort and ease. I can assure you there is a way to ensure you are free to flee wherever you want, in style, grace and comfort. How? I hear you ask! Whatever your health or physical limitations are, there is a company that is looking to help you enjoy such ventures as; strolling through the streets of Manchester, shopping at your local shops, visiting the favorite wildlife parks and National Trust properties, even getting to the cinema in Manchester or to that favorite spot of you. So who are these people providing the solutions to the elderly and infirm?  It’s Top Flight Stairlifts, they are not only supplying stairlifts in Manchester but they also have a host of other mobility solutions or mobility aids in Manchester.

 MANCHESTER IS BRIMMING WITH YOUNG, MIDDLE AGED AND ELDERLY PEOPLE ALL ON A MISSION.  TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS LTD ARE ALSO ON A MISSION.   WE WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR INDEPENDENCE AND SAFETY AND ENABLE YOU TO CONTINUE TO ENJOY YOUR STANDARD OF LIVING.

The elderly in Manchester are amoung the most vulnerable in any community. Many are active and independant, but inevitably many in Manchester have mobility problems. That is when Top Flight Stairlifts come to the rescue.

Freelift
No hassle, just comfort and ease

Top Flight Stairlifts have extensive experience in understanding mobility problems that can affect the elderly. When climbing a stairs in your own home becomes difficult and hazardous, it can sause alot of concern. Our Motto is “stay in the home you love – but make it safer and more practical!”

 

If you need a stairlift in your home, there are many options that can be explored to meet your circumstances and budget. The best provider of stairlifts in Manchester, providing an excellent service and quality advice for Stairlifts – Top Flight Stairlifts are here to help -  Manchester Stairlifts specialists.

 

TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS in Manchester can advise you on every aspect of obtaining a brand New Stairlift, if you live near Manchester and surrounding areas then buying from a company that supplies, installs, and maintains stairlifts in Manchester is shrewd move. Perhaps a RE-CONDITIONED STAIRLIFT suplier in Manchester would suite your budget? If so feel free to enquire, details are below.  Whether you require a Straight Stairlift  or a Curved Stairlift, even if it’s a rental stairlift – Top Flight Stairlifts in Manchester have the right solution for you. The main Manchester Stairlift supplier -Top Flight Stairlifts – help with those looking or even thinkning about purchasing a  stairlift or mobility aids in Manchester and surroundin areas. This Mobility Aids business helps people to find that solution which suits all your needs. They offer a wide range of services from assisting with stairlift MAINTENANCE , GUARANTEES, additional WARRANTY and other SERVICE OPTIONS. This makes them an ideal company to use,  as they are a one stop shop that can cater to the needs of everyone under one roof.

Each Stairlift comes with a 12 month warrenty, including labour and parts, as well as every Stairlift being compliant with British Safety Standards.

One of many ranges to choose from

TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS supply stairlifts in Manchester and truly offer a friendly service, with no pressure and all our engineers are fully qualified for installation providing an excellent aftercare service too. Stairlift prices competitive and a 24 hour emergency breakdown service is provided.  What more could you want? Look no further than Top Flight Stairlifts Ltd. No other stairlift company in Manchester can “top” our professional and friendly service.  

For more information regarding Stairlifts or mobility advice contact the team on freephone 0800 069 7116.

Stairlifts in Stoke On Trent

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Mobility Aids in STOKE ON TRENT

Stoke on Trent, otherwise known as the “Potteries” is the nearest city to Alton Towers resort and theme park.  It is the world capital of ceramics with its Wedgewood visitor centre and Wedgewood museum and is also known for its three storey potteries shopping centre, bars, restaurants and theatres.  Hanley Park boasts a popular historic Victorian Park, while in nearby Leek there is a very popular lake named after Rudyard Kipling, namely Rudyard lake.

There is something for every age and level of fitness.

Talking of fitness… Stoke is also one of the homes to the Barclays Premier League. Stoke City Football Club play at the Britannia Stadium in Stoke on Trent. It has a vibrant atmosphere and it really is a wonderful family atmosphere at the ground on match day where all – young, old, slim, not slim, fit or unfit, football mad or houseproud Dad and father of three - enjoy a hot dog and a fantastic display of football. The Premiership boasts some of the best footballing talent in the world… all this is based in Stoke on Trent at the Britannia Stadium.

Stoke on Trent meets the needs of its people and their different age groups, including seniors and disabled people, where 17% of the population have a long term illness affecting their mobility and where approximately 9% are retired.  Similarly, TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS meets the needs of its customers, too.  We are the local, family run stairlift and mobility aid company based in Sandbach, Cheshire and we are very proud to say that most of our new business comes from recommendations.

OUR ADVERTISING IS LOW

BUT BUSINESS SEEMS TO GROW

OUR REPUTATION IS HIGH

WHICH ENABLES US TO FLY    ……………         AT TOP SPEED TO STOKE

                                                                                          “NO” THIS IS NOT A JOKE

                                                                                            A STAIRLIFT WE CAN INSTALL

                                                                                            TO PREVENT A NASTY FALL.

         Top Flight Stairlifts does it all. We have a local office and are more than happy to come and answer any questions or queries you may have about Stairlifts in Stoke. If you are looking for Stairlifts in Stoke on Trent, who are you gonna call? Hopefully not Ghostbusters! but you can call Top Flight Stairlifts on Freephone 0800 093 6117.

“THYME-TO-COOK” cook shop and tearoom located in Newcastle-under-Lyme is a major attraction in the area.  Likewise, TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS have “TIME-TO-SPEND” with all its customers, offering friendly advice on the best stairlift to suit you and your budget, whether it be a brand new stair lift, re-conditioned stairlift, straight or curved stairlift.  We are here to improve mobility within your home and are well known in the market place for our excellent after care service. 

For quality, price and expertise look no further than TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS - The Stairlift Provider in Stoke on Trent.