At Advances for Daily Living (ADL), we believe everyone should be able to move through their home safely and comfortably. While stairlifts are a great solution for many, sometimes a different option is the better fit—especially for wheelchair users. That’s where platform lifts come in.
If you or a loved one is facing mobility challenges and needs a more accessible home in Hardy, Covington, Danville, Salem, Blacksburg, or Bluefield, a platform lift installation could be the key to restoring independence.
What Is a Platform Lift?
Also called a vertical platform lift (VPL), this type of lift is like a mini elevator that carries a person and their wheelchair or scooter between different levels. Platform lifts are especially helpful in homes with steps at the entryway or between floors that can’t be navigated with a ramp or stairlift.
They can be installed indoors or outdoors, depending on your needs.
Who Benefits from a Platform Lift?
Platform lifts are designed with accessibility in mind. Whether you’re aging in place or living with a disability, a platform lift can eliminate the stress and danger of navigating stairs.
If you or a family member in Salem or Bluefield, VA, uses a wheelchair or mobility scooter, a platform lift allows them to stay safely in their device while moving between floors.
Why Professional Installation Matters
Like all mobility equipment, safety and reliability are crucial. That’s why professional platform lift installation is essential. At ADL, we don’t just drop off equipment—we assess your home, review all your access points, and install your lift correctly and securely.
Our team serves communities throughout Southwest and Central Virginia, including Hardy, Covington, Danville, and beyond. We’re experienced in evaluating homes with unique layouts and customizing the installation to fit your space and your life.
Indoors, Outdoors, or Both?
In many cases, platform lifts are used outdoors to navigate entryways or porches, especially in homes where adding a long ramp isn’t practical. But we also install indoor platform lifts to give homeowners full access to every floor of their house.
We’ll work with you to determine the best location, whether it’s outside your Blacksburg home or inside a split-level house in Danville.
Let ADL Help You Move Freely Again
We know that every home—and every person—is unique. That’s why ADL takes a personalized approach to every platform lift installation we perform in Bluefield, Covington, Salem, and throughout Southwest and Central Virginia. Our goal is to make your home a place of safety, comfort, and independence.
Ready to explore your options? Give us a call today to schedule an in-home assessment. Let’s make your home work better for you.