Home Modifications for Accessibility
Access to Independence (ATI) designs and installs home modifications in Northeast Ohio, including custom ramps, stairlifts, porch lifts, ceiling track lift systems, roll-in showers, and grab bars. ATI's certified specialists complete a home evaluation first, then install the equipment and provide instruction on its use. ATI services everything it sells, including warranty and non-warranty issues, and free estimates are available.
Home modifications don't have to be intimidating. ATI treats your home like its own, taking time to talk through your needs and find the modifications that make the most sense for you or your loved one.
What Bathroom Modifications Does ATI Install?
Access to Independence specializes in modifying bathrooms to help people age in place safely. Common bathroom modifications include:
- Grab Bars
- Corner & Extra Large Commodes
- Sinks and Vanities
- Roll-in and Low-Step Showers (Best Bath)
What Ramp, Stairlift and Lift Options Does ATI Install?
ATI builds custom ramps to ADA standards, using non-skid surfaces and installing only after a full inspection of the home and surrounding site. ADA guidelines call for a ramp width of at least 36 inches and a maximum slope of 1:12, meaning one inch of rise for every foot of ramp length.
ATI can install:
- Curved and straight stairlifts - Merits Navigator (curved) and Merits Aviator (straight)
- Custom-designed ramps or aluminum ramp systems (EZ Access)
- Porch lifts and vertical platform lifts - Serenity vertical platform lift)
- Portable ramps and thresholds
- Ceiling track systems - Molift by ETAC/Hovertech
Stair Lifts and Ceiling Track Systems
Porch Lifts & Ramps
Can ATI Modify Kitchens for Accessibility?
Yes. ATI installs Rev-A-Shelf pull-down and pull-out cabinet inserts to make upper cabinets easier to reach for people with limited mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a stairlift cost?
Stairlift cost depends on the type of staircase (straight or curved), the model, and any custom features needed. Contact ATI for a free, no-obligation estimate specific to your home.
What are the ADA requirements for a wheelchair ramp?
ADA guidelines require a minimum ramp width of 36 inches and a maximum slope of 1:12, or one inch of rise for every foot of ramp length. ATI builds every custom ramp to these standards.
Does ATI install ceiling track lift systems?
Yes. ATI installs ceiling track lift systems from Human Care, Molift/Hovertech, and Etac/R82/Molift for safe patient transfers at home.
Does insurance or Medicaid cover home modifications?
ATI accepts most major insurance plans, Medicare Part B, Ohio BWC, some Ohio Medicaid HMOs, and Ohio Medicaid Waiver Programs. Coverage depends on the specific product and plan.
How do I get a free estimate from ATI?
Contact ATI by phone or through the contact form to schedule a home evaluation. ATI's certified specialists will assess your needs and provide a free estimate.