When a beloved family home starts to feel like a series of obstacles, Chapter Stairlifts is here to help you turn the page. For this classic terrace property in Edgbaston, the challenge wasn’t just a flight of stairs it was the urgent need to keep two residents safe and independent in the home they’ve lived in for years. We pride ourselves on finding perfect solutions for Birmingham’s diverse range of properties, ensuring that mobility needs never mean having to sacrifice your home for a care facility.
Following our survey of this Edgbaston terrace home, we identified that both residents required a high-frequency solution to manage arthritis and muscle frailty. We recommended the HomeGlide Extra specifically for its powered features, which remove the physical strain of manual operation for multiple users.
The installation of a powered swivel seat and linked footrest ensured that both individuals could transition safely and independently between floors. This “future-proof” choice has successfully allowed the couple to remain in their family home with carer support for over six years.
We met with the residents in Edgbaston to discuss their specific mobility challenges, focusing on their goal of avoiding a care facility and staying in their terraced home.
Our engineers surveyed the straight staircase to ensure a precision fit for a brand-new lift, accounting for the frequent daily use required by two separate residents.
We selected the HomeGlide Extra for its powered swivel and linked footrest features, which specifically address the users’ arthritis and reduced muscle strength.
The installation was completed in just two hours with minimal disruption, ensuring the couple had immediate, safe access to their upstairs bedrooms and bathroom.
After a full demonstration of the two remote controls, we handed over the lift. We have returned every year since 2017 to provide annual servicing and peace of mind.
Long-Term Independence at Home By installing the HomeGlide Extra in 2017, the couple successfully avoided a move to a care facility. They continue to live independently in their own home today, supported by their carers and a reliable stairlift.
Enhanced Safety & Reduced Strain The powered swivel and linked footrest features removed the risk of falls and the physical exhaustion of the stairs. This has preserved the users’ energy and provided safe access to their bedrooms and bathroom.
Ongoing Peace of Mind Beyond the initial two-hour installation, our annual servicing over the last 6+ years ensures the lift remains in peak condition. The couple enjoys total peace of mind, knowing their investment continues to protect their mobility.
“We are happy with the continued support from Chapter Living Solutions and are so pleased we made the initial investment all those years ago”
At Chapter Stairlifts, we take pride in being a leading provider of mobility solutions across the entire Birmingham area. From the historic terraces of Edgbaston and Harborne to the family homes of Sutton Coldfield and Solihull, we understand the unique layouts of Birmingham properties.
Our mission is to help local residents maintain their independence and avoid the upheaval of moving to a care facility. We offer a truly local service, which means our engineers are never far away for surveys, installations, or annual maintenance. Whether you need a simple straight lift or a complex curved solution, our Birmingham-based team provides expert advice and efficient, clean installations that allow you to stay in the home you love.
For most standard straight staircases found in Birmingham properties, the installation is remarkably quick. Our expert engineers typically complete the process in under two hours, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily routine.
Yes, Birmingham residents may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) from Birmingham City Council. This is a means-tested grant designed to help with the costs of essential home adaptations. We can often provide the necessary quotes required for your application.
Absolutely. Many older Birmingham properties have narrow or steep staircases. We specialise in compact models like the HomeGlide series, which features a slim rail and folding parts to ensure the stairs remain accessible for other family members.
All our stairlifts are battery-operated and constantly charge when not in use. If there is a power outage in your area, the lift will still have enough stored energy for multiple journeys, ensuring you are never stranded between floors.
Yes. Because we are local to the Birmingham area, we provide rapid support for all our customers. We offer annual servicing and 24/7 assistance to ensure your lift remains safe and reliable for years to come—as seen in our Edgbaston case study, where we have supported the same couple since 2017.
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Chapter Stairlifts and Chapter Wetrooms are part of Chapter Living Solutions. Our services are targeted to allow customers to carry on living independently in their own homes.
