Home lifts for the elderly and wheelchair users Ascenda Lift Selection Guide

Thailand has entered an ageing society, with people aged 60 and over accounting for approximately 20% of the population.
A two-storey home that was convenient during working life can become difficult to use when parents develop knee pain, walk more slowly or have chronic health conditions. If a family member uses a wheelchair, stairs can become even more demanding and risky for both the user and their caregiver.

For these reasons, a home lift for older people and wheelchair users is increasingly considered a practical investment in safety, quality of life and future-ready home design. This article brings together guidance from popular Ascenda Lift topics, including

1. Why should a two-storey house in the era of an aging society have a “home lift for the elderly”?

1.1 Reduce the risk of slipping and falling from stairs which is the top danger point

Public health statistics indicate that it is similar throughout the world. Elderly people fall most often in their homes around stairs and bathrooms. – As we age, our knees, ankles, balance, and eyesight all don’t work at their full potential as before. Going up and down the stairs many times a day is risky.

• Stumbling on the stairs
• I accidentally stepped on it because my vision wasn’t clear.
• Dizzy in the middle of the stairs
• Carrying things with me, I can’t hold the rail well.

Installing a home lift is therefore like “Almost completely eliminate the problem of stairs” from the daily life of the elderly.

1.2 Fulfill “independence” for parents, no need to call someone to help every time.

Many homes face the same problem.

• Parents don’t want to disturb their children. But he didn’t dare go up the stairs himself.
• Children and grandchildren also work outside the home. Leaving the elderly home alone makes them feel uncomfortable.

A home lift designed to be easy to use. Simple buttons Doors open and close automatically, with handrails and/or folding seats. Help the elderly “Go up and down between floors with confidence. without having to ask for anyone’s strength all the time.” That’s not just convenient, but Restore dignity and pride Give it to the elderly too.

1.3 Prepare the house to accommodate all ages and all situations (Universal Design)

Home lifts are not only for the elderly, but they also help

• People who temporarily need to use a wheelchair after surgery
• pregnant woman
• Young children who use stairs are at risk of falling.
• Carrying heavy items up and down the second floor, such as boxes of groceries, suitcases, drinking water

“Thinking for the future” by installing a home lift today. make the original house It becomes a home that can be lived in until retirement age. Without having to think about moving to a new house or demolishing the structure later.

1.4 Increase property value and attractiveness for renting or selling

A 2-3 story detached house/townhome with a properly installed, good quality home lift usually

• Easier to resell
• It is seen as “a house that is ready for families with elderly people.”
• Create a different point in the market where most homes still don’t have a home lift.

For housing projects or houses built for sale A home lift is therefore not just an additional item, but a real tangible “selling point” in an era where the number of elderly people in Thailand continues to increase every year.

2. Why do elderly people “It is necessary to have” a lift, it is not just “it is good to have it”

Many people still think A home lift is a luxury item. But when looking at it in perspective “Long-term care” is seen as necessity more and more

2.1 Reduce the chance of serious accidents that are followed by hundreds of thousands in maintenance costs.

Elderly fall accidents especially hip fractures or broken spine can lead to

• major surgery
• The recovery lasted for several months.
• Walking isn’t what it used to be.
• and sometimes affects mental health and depression

If looking at household economics The cost of installing a home lift is only 1-2 times lower than the cost of treating a major accident. Plus the cost of working opportunities for children and grandchildren who have to take time off work to take care of them.

2.2 Reduce the physical and mental burden of caregivers

When having to support the elderly up and down the stairs every day, caregivers (children or assistants) may have consequences such as

• Back pain from supporting body weight
• Stressed, afraid that an accident will happen when no one is home.
• Spend more time going up and down the house than you should.

Home lifts allow caregivers to “lighten up” and have more time to take care of other matters in the home. Meanwhile, the elderly feel that they are not a burden to those around them.

2.3 Support the use of wheelchairs in the future Even today I can still walk.

Many homes often think that “I can still walk now. Until it gets worse, think about the lift.”
But the truth is If you wait until the day you need to use a wheelchair before using the lift.

• The house may need to be demolished to adjust more space than it should.
• Residents have to endure noise, dust and construction during periods of physical stress.

Planning ahead It is therefore important to choose a home lift that is wheelchair accessible from the beginning. Small investment but long term benefits As soon as the installation begins

3. two-storey home lift for wheelchair users (Wheelchairs) What special things do you need to think about?

Wheelchair users have different limitations than other elderly people. A good home lift must answer both needs. Size, entrance-exit, safety and practicality in everyday life

3.1 Problems of wheelchair users in a two-storey house

• Someone will need help lifting or pulling the wheelchair up and down the stairs. Dangerous for both the wheelchair user and the person seated.
• Unable to access upstairs causing the home space to not be fully used
• Feeling “restricted” to just the ground floor or certain corners of the house
• Stress or feeling inferior from having to depend on others all the time.

A two-storey home lift that is truly wheelchair accessible. It helps wheelchair users. Use the whole house equally with other people in the family.

3.2 Types of home lifts that are often mentioned for wheelchairs

In the market there are main types such as

• screw lift (Screw-driven Lift)
  • Use screw rods to drive the platform.
  • Suitable for 2-3 story houses.
  • No need to dig a well No need for a machine room
  • Save space Suitable for houses that have already been built.
• Stairlift (Stairlift)
  • Suitable for elderly people who can still sit and get up from their chairs by themselves.
  • Often not suitable for full-time wheelchair users Because you have to move from the chair to the lift seat.
• Hydraulic lift
  • It feels like a lift in a building.
  • Suitable for multi-storey houses. But it uses more space and structure.
• Vacuum lift system (Vacuum)
  • Modern design It doesn’t take up much of the chimney space.
  • There are often weight and cabin size limitations. Therefore, the suitability of the wheelchair must be carefully examined.

For general two-storey houses that need both Supports wheelchairs + Easy to install in existing homes + Doesn’t affect the structure much
Screw platform lifts like the Ascenda Lift are an option that more and more homeowners are interested in.

3.3 Cabin and entrance sizes suitable for wheelchairs

When actually intending to allow wheelchair users to use the lift, this should be further considered.

• The door must be wide enough. (Generally, it should be easy for a wheelchair to pass through.)
• There is space in the lift for wheelchairs to turn or back out. without corners attached
• There is a ramp or level compensation floor at the lift entrance and exit.
• Control buttons are placed within reach from a wheelchair, such as buttons on the sides or handrails.

The Ascenda Lift is available in sizes L and XL and is designed to accommodate wheelchairs. With a ramp floor and a turning area inside the cabin specifically for wheelchairs.

4. Safety Flooring, safety above European standards.

good home lift Not only does it have a beautiful cabin or a smooth drive system, but Lift floor and area around the front of the lift It is very important, especially in homes with elderly people and wheelchair users.

4.1 Why is a non-slip floor so important for a two-storey house?

• The front of the lift is usually near a zone where the floor is likely to be wet, such as a balcony or a walkway connected to the outside. or zone near the bathroom
• Wheelchair user There may also be rainwater stuck on the wheelchair wheels.
• Elderly people wear sandals or socks. The slightest slippery area is enough to cause you to lose control.

Choosing to use a lift floor and a non-slip floor in front of the lift clearly reduces the risk of falling.

4.2 Highlights of the Safety Flooring used in Ascenda Lift

The anti-slip floor used with Ascenda Lift has outstanding features such as

• High level of slip resistance (Slip Resistance level R10 according to European standards)
• Passes multiple anti-slip and durability standards such as EN 13845, EN 13893 and DIN 51130.
• The surface is good to the touch, not so rough that walking is uncomfortable. But there is enough friction even if the floor is damp or wet.
• Easy to clean Special coating that resists certain chemicals and scratches
• Various designs Makes it possible to choose color tones and patterns to match the style of your home.

These things make Safety Flooring not just an “add-on option” but an essential part of the home lift design. Serious about safety

5. Get to know Ascenda Lift – a two-storey home lift that was born for homes and the elderly.

Ascenda Lift is a home lift from a Thai team developed using technology from Sweden, focused on the market. 2-three-storey house and houses that specifically need a lift in a limited area

5.1 Screw drive system – space-saving and reliable

The screw-drive system (Screw-driven) has the following advantages:

• No cables or hydraulics required.
• No need to dig a deep lift pit.
• There is no need for a separate engine room.
• Use a modular structure and can be installed in a completed home.
• Suitable for small-medium platform lifts. Designed for residential homes

5.2 Use normal household electricity, be quiet and save energy.

According to Ascenda Lift’s own article, the lift uses only approx. 2.9 kW It runs through 220V household electricity and has a working noise level of about 220V. ≤ 40 dB which is close to the sound of soft conversation in the house, does not disturb daily life

5.3 Available in sizes from S to XL, accommodating 1-2 people up to wheelchairs.

Ascenda Lift is divided into several cabin sizes such as S, M, L, XL, which are designed to suit different uses.

• Ascenda Lift Size S : Suitable for 1-2 people, focusing on saving space.
• Ascenda Lift Size M : 2-3 people, suitable for small families.
• Ascenda Lift Size L : Accommodates 3-5 people orCan enter with a wheelchair.
• Ascenda Lift Size XL : Accommodates 3-5 people and is wheelchair accessible.

Every size emphasizes concepts. “Use space as necessary” so that homeowners with limited space can actually install it.

5.4 Functions specifically for the elderly and wheelchair users

From the article and sample video of Ascenda Lift, you can see functions designed for this group of users, such as

• Automatically open-close hinged door (Automatic Saloon Door)
• Foldable seat For those who are uncomfortable standing
• Anatomical handrail With 2 control points (for standing and sitting)
• Remote calls the lift from each floor.
• Fan and LED lights inside the cabin
• Ramps and non-slip floors for wheelchairs
• Tempered glass walls all around Gives a feeling of openness and safety.

5.5 International safety standards

Ascenda Lift has passed many lift and machinery safety standards, such as:

• CE mark compliant Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
• home lift standards EN 81-41 of Europe
• Standards from the United States and Canada, such as ASME A17.1, ADA, CSA B44
• ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental SystemAscenda Lift

All of this helps the homeowner be confident that Every day lifts are designed and tested according to world-class standards. It's not just a beautiful design.

6. Steps to install a home lift for the elderly and wheelchair users.

For a typical two-storey home, the overall process is usually similar:Ascenda Lift+1

6.1 Site survey and area assessment

• The team went to look at the actual structure of the house. Where you want to place the lift
• Check the height between floors, the area around stairs or where floors will be drilled.
• Look at how the elderly/wheelchair walks in daily life. To choose the position that is most convenient to use

6.2 Select lift type and size

• Select a system (such as a screw platform lift) to suit the number of floors and usage.
• Choose size S/M/L/XL according to the number of people and wheelchair accessibility.
• Consider additional functions such as automatic doors, folding seats, non-slip floors, fans, glass ceilings, etc.

6.3 Design in collaboration with architects/house engineers.

• Position the lift shaft in relation to the existing structure.
• Check columns and beams Do not affect the main structure
• Design entrances and exits to suit actual use (such as opening directly into a hall, bedroom, or stairwell).

6.4 Prepare the installation area

• Drill holes between floors (if necessary).
• Wiring and preparing floor load points
• Level the floor and area around the front of the lift to make it smooth, safe, and ready to lay a non-slip floor.

6.5 Lift installation

With the Ascenda Lift's modular construction, it takes an average of About a few business days in assembling the lift frame, cabin, and control system (In the brand's article it states about 5-7 days in many cases)

6.6 Test the system and teach usage

• Test work going up and down every floor.
• Test the emergency stop system, power backup system, and emergency door opening.
• Teach the elderly and people in the household to use the lift correctly, such as
  • How to get up and down safely?
  • Using folding seats, handrails
  • How to call a technician when there is an abnormal signal

7. Check list “before installing a home lift” for owners of two-storey homes.

To make it easier to decide Try checking yourself like this.

1. Are there any elderly people over 60 years old in the house?
2. Is there anyone in the home who uses a wheelchair or walking aid?
3. Do elderly people often complain about going up and down stairs (tired, knee pain, fear of falling)?
4. Are there any plans for additions or improvements to the house? (If available, it is more cost-effective to place them on the lift together.)
5. I want this house to be "Retirement home" to stay in for a long time, not moving house?
6. Do you want the value of your home to increase in the future?

If the majority of the answers are “yes,” it is considered a good idea to ask for advice from the official home lift team once. A worthwhile first step Before deciding to make any additional investments in your home

Q1: Can a small two-storey house with little space be attached to a home lift?

Screw platform lifts such as the Ascenda Lift are available in models that use a starting area of approximately 1 sq m and do not require a pit or machine room. Therefore, it is especially designed for homes with limited space. But always have the team evaluate the actual work site first.

Q2: If there are no wheelchair users right now? Should I reserve the right size to accommodate a wheelchair?

If you intend to stay in the same house until retirement age Providing the cabin size to accommodate wheelchairs from the beginning It is a better investment in the long run than having to replace or reinstall it when your health changes.

Q3: Is the home lift noisy? Will it disturb sleep?

Screw lifts for homes, such as the Ascenda Lift, are designed to be low noise (around 40 dB according to the brand's specifications) and have a drive system that reduces vibration. Suitable for installation near the living room. or even near the bedroom without disturbing relaxation

Q4: If the power goes out, will the elderly be stuck in the lift?

High quality home lifts have

• Power backup system (battery) for moving the lift to a safe floor.
• Emergency lowering system (Manual Lowering)
• and communication equipment inside the lift

This is to ensure that passengers can exit the lift safely even if there is a power failure.

Q5: How necessary is a non-slip floor? Can't you just lay a normal floor and be careful?

In practice, we cannot control every situation, such as wet floors from rain, spills, or water from wheelchair wheels. Anti-slip flooring that meets standards and has a high Slip Resistance value really reduces the chance of slipping and falling. Especially for the elderly whose balance is not as good as that of young people.

Q6: Is it difficult to maintain a home lift?

Home lifts should have regular preventive maintenance. By the brand's technician team or certified representative User only

• Listen to sounds/detect unusual symptoms
• Do not use the lift beyond the weight limit.
• Maintain cleanliness of the floor and area around the lift according to instructions.

For non-slip floors, there are specific cleaning manuals, such as avoiding chemicals that make the floor surface slippery or deteriorate its anti-slip properties.

Q7: What is the starting price?

Home lift prices depend on many factors such as size (S/M/L/XL), number of floors, structural work, and additional options. In general, a good quality home lift will be at the level The starting price is 599,000. baht or more It's best to request a quote directly for a customized design for your home.

In summary, the main idea of a home lift is "a structure for quality of life", not just a home decoration item.

When looking at the whole picture It can be seen that home lifts for the elderly and wheelchair users play a role beyond just helping to get up and down between floors. It is an investment for

• Reduce the risk of accidents in the home
• Restoring independence to the elderly
• Making it possible for wheelchair users to truly access every corner of the house
• Prepare your home for long-term living in an aging society.
• Add value and image to family assets

When paired Screw-drive system home lift like Ascenda Lift fit with Anti-slip lift floor Safety Flooring and international security systems You don't just install one lift in your house. but is creating “Structures for the safety and quality of life of your loved ones” in every day of using this house.

If you start asking yourself, “Is it time to install a home lift for parents/wheelchair users in the home?”

The best answer may not be "Will I get addicted?" but “How to design and choose a solution that is safe, suitable for the home, and most meets the needs of the family?” Ascenda Lift is ready to be one of the options designed specifically to answer that question.

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