10th October 2016
Name: Nicola Metcalfe
About: Nicola is a mum of two boys Kieran 16 and Riley 13. She is our maintenance and service manager and has been a valued member of the team for nearly four years.
Nicola is a Christmas-maniac and already has the team counting down until Santa next comes. She loves spending time with her family and attending the many football games her boys play in. She also loves watching the darts. She looks forward to hearing from you.
31st August 2016
Our elderly customers welcome this news
There’s been a news story out this week that Sainsbury’s is trailing a ‘slow shopping afternoon’ in its Gosforth store in Newcastle. What do you think to that?
We love the idea. We work with elderly people day in, day out and understand how distressing venturing outside can be for them – particularly to busy or crowded places. Offering some respite with the supermarket shop seems like a forward-thinking concept to us.
The idea is that between 1-3pm every Tuesday, a member of staff from the Sainsbury’s store will be on hand during this time to assist the elderly person with their shopping. They are encouraged to take their time and not feel pressured or rushed. For those who struggle to stand for periods of time will find chairs at the end of the aisles where they can rest throughout.
We find this refreshing as we often hear from our customers how they find shopping stressful, tiring and hard work. But at the same time, we know that many want to maintain their independence, and doing the weekly shop is one occasion that they enjoy. Sainsbury’s has always been a pioneer in catering to the elderly market – all staff are well trained in dealing with people with disabilities or the aged. We hope to see this kind of service expand, not only across Sainsbury’s but other supermarkets and department stores.
So what are your thoughts – is this something you ‘d like to see in your local store? Do you have an elderly family member that would benefit from this? We have a Facebook page, why not join us in this discussion there?
24th August 2016
A1 Stairlift Services is expanding and we’re in need of stairlift engineers at all levels, office administration staff and mobility sales.
Experience preferred but we offer in-house training.
If you are hard-working, have an eye for detail, ambitious, have good customer service skills and want to be part of a growing, successful team, then this is the place for you. The role involves travelling the UK. The ideal candidate needs to be highly motivated and use own initiative. Full clean UK driving license preferred.
Our growing business needs organised office staff to help manage the business successfully. It’s a busy office and the team is looking for hard working, highly organised administrators for smooth day-to-day operation. Need to have good computer skills, writing skills and good customer service skills.
As part of the growing mobility arm of our business, we’re looking for sales people to work within the mobility showroom. The candidate needs to be good with customers, have a good understanding of the mobility market and manage the showroom from ensuring all products are well displayed and that the showroom is a friendly and welcoming environment for customers.
For more information, send your CV to headoffice@a1stairlifts.co.uk
24th August 2016
Fiona and Nicci hiding in the new office
Stairlift and Mobility Expansion
Keighley-based stairlift and mobility specialists, A1 Stairlift Services, has expanded with a new town centre unit.
Adding to its existing site on South Street Keighley, the firm has taken on a new unit on Marley Street to streamline its UK-wide stairlift and mobility services.
A1 Stairlift’s md, Simon Harrison, said: “It’s been an exciting year for the business. We’ve had to take on a new unit and make new appointments to accommodate the growth of the business.
“The site on Marley Street has allowed us to develop a smoother system for preparing stairlifts and it’s given us more office space for the growing head office and administration team. Thanks to the success of our mobility products arm, we’re now using the South Street site to create a bigger showroom.”
The existing showroom on South Street will now be refurbished and extended to host a full range of products for people to try before they buy including new and reconditioned mobility scooters, adjustable beds, rise and recline chairs, stairlifts and everyday living aids.
A1 Stairlift Services specialises in reconditioned stairlifts making them more accessible to those that can’t afford a new one. The company also offers a stairlift recycling service, stairlift repairs and servicing and
Visit here for more info
24th February 2016
Name: Dell Metcalfe
About: Dell is our warehouse manager and experienced engineer. If you order a stairlift from us, it’s up to Dell to ensure all the parts are in place and in working order. An experienced engineer, Dell knows all there is to know about stairlifts and mobility scooters and has been with the A1 team for over three years.
He’s a cheeky chappy who always has a smile and joke for the team. He has one daughter, loves a good curry and enjoys travelling abroad for his holidays – as pictured here relaxing on a family holiday in Egypt.
10th February 2016
On a cold February’s evening, there is nothing better than a nice easy to make, hearty winter warmer for dinner. Here our very own in-house chef (and office multi-tasker), Linda talks us through her famous corn beef hash.
Here are the list of ingredients that you will need:
One tin of corned beef roughly chopped
One tin of baked beans
12oz of boiled cubed potatoes
Large onion diced
Cup of beef stock (cube)
Large squirt of tomato puree
Several splashes of Worcester sauce
Large pinch of dried mixed herbs
Season to taste with salt and pepper
Method:
This dish is very simple to make which is great if you don’t want to fuss about in the kitchen too long or if you’re in a rush to go somewhere. It’s also a great dish if you have friends, family or the grandchildren over as you can make it in one pot.
So here goes….
Simples!
Here’s my tasty tip: best served with a poached egg or lovely Yorkshire puddings.
Enjoy!
28th January 2016
Here at A1 Stairlift Services we come across many situations when fitting stairlifts and some of those cases only require a temporary measure which is why we offer stairlift rentals.
Whether it’s in between moving house, trialing a stairlift to see if it works for you, you want a more flexible and cost-effective solution, or if you have a terminally ill family member and don’t want the cost of installing a permanent stairlift, then you can rent from us.
We have a wide range of new and reconditioned stock to choose from when it comes to our stairlift rentals. When you first enquire, one of our fully trained engineers will complete a full survey of your stairs for free so that we can provide you with the right stairlift for your home and needs. All of our stairlift rentals come with call out and maintenance service within 24 hours included in the rental charge.
All rented stairlifts are fitted with folding manual swivel seat, fully upholstered and with remote controls. Powered seats, hinges and footrests are available. If you decide you want to buy your stairlift rental at any point, then all we do is deduct your down payment from the cost of your stairlift.
To find out more about our terms and prices, visit our stairlift rentals page here or please phone 0800 678 5261 or email enquiries@a1stairlifts.co.uk If you want to know more about our permanent new or reconditioned stairlifts, visit our home page or call 0800 6785261.
We have a stairlift showroom on South Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire if you want to try before you rent or buy.
6th January 2016
A1 Stairlift Services is launching its brand new wet rooms in association with B.O.S.I Bathrooms.
Making everyday living easier from those with mobility issues or disabilities, this new service will revolutionise bathing for anyone who is experiencing difficulty using their current bath or shower.
It is incredibly easy for us to transform your bathroom and we can carry our the installation in just one day. We can do nationwide surveys and install and on a day that is convenient to you.
It comes with a lifetime guarantee on all components, a choice of colours, finishes in either Lustralite or stone effect panels. It is fully tanked to guarantee no leaks, damp or mould at all. For extra safety, it is anti-slip.
If you want to discuss further or receive a NO OBLIGATION survey, please can in touch on our freephone 0800 6785261.
Make bathing enjoyable again!
11th December 2015
We’re having our biggest Winter sale to date! We have knocked up to 50% off a range of our mobility products. So make the most of it and call into the showroom on 56 South Street Keighley for more information and to try before you buy.
The main showroom features a wide collection of rise and recline chairs and beds and everyday living aids. There is a dedicated stairlift showroom so that you can try various models before you buy and a covered forecourt to test drive the vast range of mobility scooters on offer, in dry conditions.
Speak to one of our experts when you come in and they’ll talk you through our collection and show you how to use each product.
See you then!
1st December 2015
Yakov and his elves have been busy – we arrived at the showroom this morning to a festive surprise. We’re now truly in the Christmas spirit. Call down and see us and enjoy browsing our many mobility products in our sparkly showroom in Keighley.