Home accessibility equipment

Ramps

Ramps can make entrances safer and more accessible for people using wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, or recovering from surgery.

Coverage reality

Ramp coverage can depend heavily on the situation.

Permanent ramps are often treated as home modifications, which may make insurance coverage difficult. Temporary or portable ramps may be easier to obtain, but families often need to compare rental, purchase, nonprofit, or local assistance options.

Common need

Safe entry and exit from the home

Often urgent before discharge from rehab, after surgery, or when stairs at the entrance create a fall risk.

What to check first

  • • Is the ramp temporary or permanent?
  • • What is the height of the entryway?
  • • Is there enough space for a safe ramp slope?
  • • Is installation needed before discharge?

Possible alternatives

  • • Portable ramp rental
  • • Modular ramp systems
  • • Local senior or disability assistance programs
  • • Temporary entrance modifications

Need help finding options?

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