A1 Stairlifts Latest News and Info

Happy Legs – Exercise From The Comfort Of Your Chair

17th November 2015

Happylegs has revolutionised how people with mobility problems can exercise and improve circulation from the comfort of their own chair.

This simple to use device can be easily moved around and is remote controlled. All you need to do is sit down, put your feet on the Happylegs and use the remote control to take yourself for a walk.

Here is an example Happylegs video.

The award winning device functions using the same principles as walking. While alternatively moving your legs, at a speed comfortable for you, it gently massages your feet while you remain seated stimulating the muscles and sole sponge to help improve your blood circulation. Its perfect for people who spend most of their time sat down or for those that need assistance when walking.

Here are just a few benefits:

• Does not use electric stimulus, Does not transmit electricity, no EMC issues
• Can be used by pregnant women and people with pacemakers
• Uses natural physical and mechanical movement to move your legs and aid circulation
• Has a quick set up time
• Can be used with socks or footwear
• Has no known side effects or restrictions
• Has no time limit on usage
• Is endorsed and recommended by Cardiologists and Vascular Surgeons
• Is manufactured in Europe and certified in the EU to CE standards

Using the Happylegs as little as 30 minutes a day can make all the difference.  Don’t let lack of exercise be a problem for you any more.

We have a display product in the showroom which allows you to try before you buy and costs £348.

B-Warm Heated Seat Covers

6th November 2015

A1 Stairlift Services has introduced a brand new product to its showroom, the B-Warm heated seat cover.

The award winning seat cover is a portable heat source that can be moved and attached to any chair you sit in. It is low energy meaning you can instantly reduce your heating bills. This is a great idea of those worried about loved ones getting cold this winter who can’t afford to have their heating on as it costs less and 0.5p per hour!

B-Warm is a therapeutic product that eases aches and pains and provide gentle heat from you neck to your knees. It is incredibly light making it easy to lift and move and it can be attached to almost any style of sofa or chair.

It has four adjustable settings for 10w to 45w controlled by a single button for ease and has a automatic switch off safety feature.

Machine washable, it is also stain resistant in case of any spillages.

Manufactured to a high standard, it meets the new NICE Guidelines as a product aimed at preventing ill health due to being cold at home.

We have these in stock in the showroom, 56 South Street Keighley, so call down and see if for yourself.

Prepare Your Home For Winter

14th October 2015

Now that winter is setting in and the Christmas period is quickly approaching, give yourself peace of mind and have your stairlift serviced to ensure it’s in A1 condition throughout the next few months.

Christmas is a busy time of year for most, and for those that just want a relaxing few weeks, a stairlift breaking down is the last thing you need.

Book in a service now from £115 and relax in the knowledge that it is all working fine.

Time to Relax With Our Rise and Recline Chairs

30th September 2015

In the A1 Stairlifts’ Showroom on South Street, Keighley (West Yorkshire), we have a range of rise and recline chairs on offer for those that need support sitting down and getting back up.

The colder months are fast approaching, so now is a great time to prepare your home for a cosy winter. We have a wide range of mobility aids including single or dual motor rise and recline chairs for your personal preference.

The single motor chairs mean the back reclines and the chair moves to allow you to sit down and get up easily. With the dual motor, it has all of the rise and recline options of a single motor but you can also raise the legs for extra comfort.

Our rise and recline chairs come in a range of fabrics, leathers, colours and patterns to go with the decor in your home. Come visit our showroom to see our full range and to try before you buy. We have a number of chairs for sale online here.

Rise and recline chairs

Golden Boot Tour with Garry Schofield OBE and Brett Kenny

23rd September 2015

This Friday is the Golden Boot Tour with Garry Schofield OBE and Brett Kenny at Cougar Park in Keighley – £20, tickets only. Set to be a fab night and great entertainment. Email info@keighleycougars.com or call Simon Harrison on 07711596535

Celebrations of New Beginnings – KEIGH’s 25th Anniversary

9th September 2015

We’re very proud to have been named a major sponsor of Keighley & Ilkley Voluntary and Community Action (KIVCA) International Older People’s Day annual luncheon.

The event, held at Keighley’s Victoria Hall on 29th September is a 1940s themed afternoon of celebrations for people from that era. The ticket only event will have a range of activities from live bands singing songs from time’s past, two-course meal, stalls and entertainment. It’s starts at 10am with coffee on arrival.

A1’s sponsorship is part of its strategy to help combat loneliness among the elderly, following its partnership earlier this year with Friends of the Elderly charity’s Be A Friend campaign. According to the charity, over five million older people are affected by loneliness in the UK and more than one million say they are often lonely and this number is predicted to increase 40 per cent by 2030. As part of the campaign A1 runs, regular afternoon tea parties in its showroom on South Street in Keighley.

Said A1 Stairlift Services md, Simon Harrison: “We’re big believers in supporting the local community, particularly among the elderly as with work with these people day-in, day out and see the affect that loneliness has on their health. This is a great opportunity for them to get together for a bit of fun and nostalgia and we’re very much looking forward to being a part of it.”

Home Instead, Ilkley’s premium care provider, specialising in non-medical care for the elderly, has also been named as a major sponsor.

A1 Stairlift’s specialises in mobility products and its showroom has a range of mobility products including stairlifts, scooters, adjustable beds, rise and recline chairs and everyday living aids.

Tickets are £5 and can be purchased from Central Hall in Keighley.

Inspiring Story – The Coolest Golden Oldie

26th August 2015

We love this picture Age UK posted this week – embracing social media at the young age of 87 is social media’s coolest golden oldie – Baddie Winkle. Grabbing life by the horns, she has modeling contract and over 1 million followers on instagram where she posts selfies of her fashion and lifestyle.

We were inspired by her fun loving attitude to life. Laughter and happiness are proving to be all the medicine Baddie Winkle needs and we’ll happily follow in those footsteps.

Bellavita Bathlift – Our No Hassle Offer

19th August 2015

We now stock the brand new best seller Bellavita Bathlift or Bath Chair with an added premium delivery service. This includes:

Delivery, installation and a full demo by one of our qualified technicians. We unpack and fully assemble within your bath and fully examine and test it before signing it over to you.

Our special offer for the bath lift and full delivery and installation package is £295 (+VAT or if you have a VAT Exemption form, this needs to be signed on delivery if you are registered disabled).

The Bellavita bathlift is lightweight, affordable and reliable.

This ultra-modern bath lift has been designed with the help of nursing professionals, it includes many new features as standard. One of the lightest bathlifts on the market weighing a mere 9.3kg the Bellavita bath lift can be easily transported on holiday. The lithium battery pack is airplane safe and can be taken abroad, the sky is the limit with the Bellavita bath lift.

The clean modern looks of the Bellavita bath lift are complimented by industry leading specifications. The seat can be lowered to 6cm or 2.3 inches; one of the lowest heights among electric bath lifts on the market today. Also boasting a maximum seat height of 48cm or 18.8 inches, enough to reach the top of most baths for ease of use. For those of you who like to enjoy relaxing in the bath, the Bellavita can recline an amazing 50 degrees, 5 degrees more than its closest rival. With a maximum user weight of 22 stone the Bellavita bath lift can accommodate most user weights.

The industry standard features packed into the Bellavita bath lift make it one of the best on the market today.

Lightest bathlift on the market at only 9.3kg

Market leading height range of 6-48cm

Backrest reclines to a market leading 50°

Easy to install and operate

Lightweight, fully waterproof floating hand control

Washable hygienic covers

Hygiene recess

Maximum user weight 22 stone. The Bellavita is an easy to use Bath Lift which is also light weight and easy to transport.

Easy Lite Mobility Scooter – Perfect For Travel

5th August 2015

Here, our mobility scooter expert Gary, talks us through the benefits of the Easy Lite 2000. The perfect scooter for travelling with. It folds down and can be easily stowed away.

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And our Stig shows you how it works outside.

Easy 8000 Mobility Scooter Tested By Stig

23rd July 2015

Easy 8000 mobility scooter demonstrated by A1’s Stig and a further description by our mobility expert.