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This holiday season, as you search for the perfect gift for your aging loved ones or family members with mobility impairments, instead of spending money on material goods like shoes or candles, consider gracing them with a gift that money usually can’t buy. Independence. Confidence. Better quality of life. Safety. Mobility. Rather than decking the halls with boughs of holly, why not consider decking your stairs with a brand-new Acorn stairlift this year?

For many, the holidays are a merry time of year full of joy and excitement—a special season to look forward to. However, for others who may be grieving the loss of a loved one, the holidays can be just another painful reminder of an empty chair at the Christmas dinner table.

While the holidays may be synonymous with bustling activities such as turning the town inside out to hunt down the perfect gifts, travelling far and wide to be with our friends and families, and stressing over finances, this time of year also presents a unique opportunity to slow down and engage in heartwarming festivities that appeal to everyone—both young and old—and bring us closer. Here are seven heartwarming holiday activities that kids from “one to ninety-two" can enjoy side by side and hand in hand, forging cherished memories that stand the test of time.

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week. This week, we will dive into a common question we get asked by our customers—Does Acorn buy back stairlifts?

Here at Acorn Stairlifts, we know that families come in all shapes and sizes. They are beautiful and unique, comprised of people of all ages, from different generations, diverse backgrounds, and varying abilities. We know how much our families mean to us, and Acorn Stairlifts is here to make sure that all of your loved ones are able to enjoy the holidays together, regardless of their age or abilities.

Whether it's the aroma of freshly baked goodies, the sight of an illuminated Christmas tree, or the melodies of our favourite Christmas songs, the familiar senses of the holidays often spark treasured memories and feelings of nostalgia. However, for the 55 million people worldwide who suffer from dementia, Christmas can often be a time of confusion, sadness, and anxiety.

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week. This week, we will dive into a common question we get asked by our customers—What do we consider to be the best stairlift?

Welcome back to “Acorn Stairlifts Tip of the Week!" Read on to learn why whether or not you already have an emergency preparedness plan in place can mean the difference between life and death.

Let’s face it—The most wonderful time of the year is also oftentimes the most wearisome time of the year. However, no need to panic! Rather than exchanging unwanted gifts in January, this holiday season, you can exchange your wrapping worries with a wish list of the most popular and desired presents that your loved ones dream of waking up to on Christmas morning.

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week. This week, we will dive into a common question expressed by our customers concerning whether Acorn stairlifts are suitable for all demographics of people, including those who live with a disability.