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2. Stair lift - Wikipedia

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   A medical stair lift. A stair lift is a mechanical device for lifting people, typically those with disabilities, up and down stairs. [1] For sufficiently wide stairs, a rail is mounted to the treads of the stairs. A chair or lifting platform is attached to the rail.

3. Assistance for airline passengers with disabilities - Wikipedia

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   Passengers requiring a WCHR (Wheelchair on Ramp) status are able to use stairs/steps, walk short distances and are able to make their way to their assigned seat but may require mobility aids or other forms of assistance for more strenuous activities like climbing stairs and walking long distances. [7]

4. Accessible housing - Wikipedia

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   Flights of stairs should be straight with the same number of steps in each flight with a minimum of three and maximum of twelve risers: Light switches should be accessible from a sitting position and one switch should be located at the entrance to the living room: Leave free space on at least one side of the toilet for improved access

5. Wheelchair lift - Wikipedia

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   A wheelchair lift in the front door of a TriMet bus in Portland, Oregon, in 2010 A bus in Prague with wheelchair lift extended, 2006. A wheelchair lift, also known as a platform lift, or vertical platform lift, is a fully powered device designed to raise a wheelchair and its occupant in order to overcome a step or similar vertical barrier.

6. The best walk-in tubs, according to mobility experts - AOL

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   A low step threshold. Non-slip surface. Grab bars. Quick-drain system. Wide doors (if you need wheelchair-accessibility) If budget allows, you can add upgrades like these: Heated seat. Air or ...

7. Wheelchair ramp - Wikipedia

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   A wheelchair ramp is an inclined plane installed in addition to or instead of stairs. Ramps permit wheelchair users, as well as people pushing strollers, carts, or other wheeled objects, to more easily access a building, or navigate between areas of different height. Ramps for accessibility may predate the wheelchair and are found in ancient ...