Wheelchairs

Welcome to summer! The wonderful hot and sunny season officially began this past Sunday. We imagine that, like most Canadians, you’re pretty excited. However, it’s wise to not get so excited that you don’t play it safe. In addition to the old…

If you’re the caregiver of a loved one in a wheelchair, you’re undoubtedly a caring and considerate person. However, that doesn’t make you perfect. You’re allowed to experience a little frustration every now and again. After all, you’re…

Here, in the province of Ontario, we’re enduring yet another stay-at-home order. As a result, most of us are pretty bummed out. With the weather improving, most Ontarians are likely thinking about ways they can get out and enjoy the warmth and…

The wheelchair is a mobility solution that dates back to the 1600s. Today, wheelchairs come in a wide variety of models. Both the manual and electric types are hugely popular mechanisms used to help those with mobility issues to get around. If…

Here in Ontario, we are under a stay-at-home order that many of us were following long before it was implemented. If you live with elderly loved ones or individuals with mobility issues, you’re likely very used to staying indoors as often as you can….

Here we are in a brand new year. Hopefully, you have renewed optimism about the future. We’re sure you join the LifeCare Mobility Solutions team in looking forward to a year that sees the end of the pandemic end. On behalf of our entire team, we…

Well, it certainly looks like we won’t need to wait until the 21st of December to utter the words “winter is here”. With the recent snowfall, here in Toronto, it is evident that the cold and snowy season has come early.

For many, the early…

Health experts often recommend getting in some exercise each and every day. But the type of cardio that is often suggested isn’t exactly possible for individuals who contend with mobility issues. This is especially true for wheelchair users. For…

When choosing between a scooter and a power wheelchair it is important to understand the differences between each category and within each category to determine the best fit for your needs.

A scooter is a mobility aid featuring 3 or 4…

As most Canadians eagerly await the official start of summer on June 20th, most of our elderly population braces for what is sometimes their toughest season. The summertime, of course, is known for its hot temperatures. This is why it’s so…

Summer officially starts on June 20th! How can the seniors in your life enjoy this summer? Needless to say, keeping them protected from the spread of COVID-19 remains a top priority. However, this doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy the warmth and…

If you live with an elderly parent or parents, you know all too well that the roles have been reversed. The people who cared for you all throughout your childhood now need you to care for them. It’s an interesting predicament to be in, to say the…

Did you know that November is Fall Prevention Month? It’s unquestionable that we should all be concerned about our safety every month of the year. However, this month, special attention is brought to the leading cause of injury-related deaths and…

This is it folks. Enjoy the last few days of summer. Yes, we know that school has been in for several weeks now. But, as of this Monday, September 23rd, the summer season will officially transition into fall. Of course, this isn’t news that most…

We all know how important wheelchairs are for people with limited mobility. They keep such individuals safe from slipping and falling. However, wheelchairs must be used correctly in order to provide maximum safety. One mustn’t assume that just…