Since 1991, EHLS has been making homes and public buildings in the Chicagoland area more accessible.
Here is a summary of some of the accessibility solutions EHLS offers. The list is organized by area of the home and many of the solutions have links to additional information on our website. Look over the list, browse our website then give us call us at (888) 254-7108 and talk with one of our accessibility specialists about your specific needs.
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Getting In and Out of The Home
- Porch lifts, vertical platform lifts and residential elevators
- Outdoor stairlifts
- Ramps - Wood, Concrete, Aluminum
- Portable or temporary aluminum ramps
- Create or widen doorways
- Automatic power door opener
- Keyless entry locks
- Lowered peephole
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Going up and down interior stairs
- Stairlifts
- Vertical platform lifts
- Residential Elevators
- Inclined Platform Lifts
- Relocate meaningful rooms (e.g. bathroom or bedroom) to first floor
- Install or modify handrails
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Using the bathroom
- Ceiling mounted lift to facilitate transfers
- Roll-in showers
- Install grab bars, Superpole, or other support device
- Use power bathtub lift
- Raise toilet seat height
- Install a hand shower
- Roll-under countertops and accessible sinks
- Electric hand dryers
- Electronic "Touchless faucets"
- Install a bidet
- Side mounted medicine cabinet
- Lower mirror
- Lever handled faucets at sink
- Self flushing toilet
- Durable medical equipment, such as, tub transfer bench or waterproof shower chair
- Relocate bathtub/shower faucets for easier reach
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Using the bedroom
- Install ceiling mounted lift to facilitate transfers between bed and wheelchair
- Adjust bed height
- Modify closet doors and access
- Lower closet shelves, poles and pull out baskets
- Door activated closet light switches
- Remote control shades/blinds/drapery hardware
- Bedside compact refrigerator for fluids or medications
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Using the kitchen
- Pull out shelves/storage baskets/pot and pan holder racks
- "C" shaped cabinet door handles and drawer pulls
- Touch latches
- Electronic cabinets
- Lever handle faucet controls
- Roll under countertops, sinks, cooktops
- Modify kitchen work stations, e.g. tilted mirror above stovetop
- Multi-level work stations allowing you to sit while you cook
- Spray attachment at sink
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Throughout the house
- Widen doorways or install Swing-Clear hinges to accommodate wheelchair
- Lower light switches
- Rocker light switches
- Raise outlets
EHLS has the Expertise and the Equipment to Solve
Accessibility Problems Throughout Your Home
...Since 1991 Extended Home Living Services (EHLS) has been making homes and public buildings in the Chicagoland area more accessible. Today EHLS is the number one source for accessibility modifications in northeastern Illinois and one of the largest businesses of its kind in the United States. EHLS offers a complete line of accessibility equipment and remodeling services that can eliminate the obstacles restricting your freedom. We invite you to browse our website and find out more about the many solutions we offer for a wide range of accessibility problems. You may also contact our office and speak with one of our knowledgeable accessibility specialists. We will be more than happy to schedule a free, no obligation site visit by one of our representatives. After the visit we'll prepare a written proposal detailing the ways we can help you reach your accessibility goals.
The EHLS pledge...
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EHLS will develop an understanding of the clients' and their caregivers' specific needs including recommendations from their physician and therapists.
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We will develop an itemized proposal through an on-site assessment that clearly addresses accessibility modifications or alternative options.
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A determination will be made if architectural renderings will be required, and if so, outline anticipated fees.
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Extended Home Living Services will provide information regarding potential funding resources and assist when advocacy is required.
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The client and their caregivers will be contacted for a review of the proposal, costs and payment terms.
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Upon proposal acceptance, construction plans will be reviewed with the family and plan review will continue through the course of the project.
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We will continue throughout the coming years to stay appraised of any changes in the clients' needs and act accordingly.