Home Healthsmith LLC

07/30/2026

Would you buy a car without sitting in it first? A stairlift’s no different.

At our Accessibility Living Suite in Portsmouth, RI, you can do something most companies can’t offer: actually try the products before they ever come into your home. Sit in a stairlift. Step into a barrier-free shower. See how an elevator fits a real room — and how little space it really needs.

Mobility equipment shouldn’t feel institutional. When you can see it and touch it, it stops feeling clinical and starts feeling like part of the home. Come take a look this summer.

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07/28/2026

If you’re visiting an aging parent this summer, pay attention to the small things.

Are they holding the railing tighter than they used to? Avoiding the stairs? Sleeping downstairs? Stepping carefully around a rug that’s always been there? The changes that matter most are easy to miss on a phone call — and easy to spot in person.

That visit is the perfect moment to get ahead of it. Our free SafeHome Audit is a no-pressure, in-home walkthrough where we identify the real risks and what — if anything — is worth doing. No obligation. Just a clear picture.

📞 (401) 293-0415
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Stairlifts that need to be serviced or maintained, trip hazards, lights that don’t work, doors that do not function and many other potential hazards may put you at risk. We have solutions to solve these problems. With our many years of experience, we can provide quick and efficient repairs that wi...

07/23/2026

The most dangerous room in most homes isn’t the staircase. It’s the bathroom.

Wet floors, hard surfaces, low toilets, high tub walls — it’s where a surprising share of serious falls happen. And the fix is often simpler than families expect.

The key word is “real.” We install medical-grade, properly anchored grab bars — the kind secured into the structure, not the suction-cup ones that give way at the worst moment. Add a shower seat and a raised toilet seat, and a high-risk room becomes a safe one.

🔗 https://homehealthsmith.com/solutions/bathroom-safety-products/

Whether you live independently or have a minor or major physical disability, Home Healthsmith™ offers suitable solutions and a wide variety of both functionality and design, with both assistive devices and safety products. We know that all people have their own demands and wishes, and we are here ...

07/21/2026

New England summers come with thunderstorms — and the power outages that follow.

If a loved one relies on a stairlift or home elevator, an outage isn’t just an inconvenience — it’s a safety question. The good news: the equipment we install includes battery backup. But a backup only helps if it’s actually been tested and charged.

That’s part of what the SafeHome Advantage does. Every four months, our technicians visit to check your equipment, test the backups, and walk the home for new hazards — from a loose bathroom handle to a light that’s stopped working. Peace of mind, on a schedule.

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Home Healthsmith offers a complete solution to ensure your home functions in a way that reflects your changing needs and preserves your independence. In addition to our professional installation resources, we include a membership to our home support program, The SafeHome Advantage™, that reviews d...

07/16/2026

Summer in New England is short. Nobody should spend it stuck inside because of a few front steps.

A wheelchair ramp isn’t only about wheelchairs — it’s the difference between watching the cookout from the window and actually being out there. Walkers, scooters, canes, or just unsteady footing on stairs: a ramp gives everyone a safe way in and out.

Ours come with a lifetime warranty on the aluminum, and our XM surface is built to grip even in rain and ice — so it keeps working long after summer ends.

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07/14/2026

Not every mobility challenge is permanent — and not every solution has to be either.

If you’re recovering from surgery, finishing physical therapy, or healing from an injury, you might need a stairlift or ramp for a few months, not forever. Buying one doesn’t always make sense.

That’s exactly why we offer rentals. You get a safe, fully functional home for as long as you need it — and we take the equipment back when you’re back on your feet. No permanent install, no paying for something you’ll want removed later.

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07/09/2026

Here’s something a lot of families figure out too late: the best time to get your home ready for surgery recovery is before the surgery — not the day you come home.

After a hip or knee replacement, your mobility is at its lowest in those first days back. That’s the worst possible time to be installing grab bars or working out how to get up the stairs.

Our new guide walks through exactly what to set up ahead of time — bathroom, bedroom, stairs, entryway — plus when it makes more sense to rent equipment than buy it.

🔗 https://homehealthsmith.com/how-do-i-prepare-my-home-for-recovery-after-hip-or-knee-replacement-surgery/

How Do I Prepare My Home for Recovery After Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery?July 7, 2026/in Senior Safety/by Micky DemingMake the parts of your home you use every day reachable without stairs, bending, or risky transfers — ideally before your surgery date. In practice, that means setting up a comf...

07/07/2026

Quick question: do your stairs turn?

It’s the single most important thing to know before choosing a stairlift. Straight stairs take a straight lift — often installed in just a few hours. But if your staircase bends, switches back, or stops at a landing (and in a lot of older New England homes, it does), you need a curved lift custom-built to follow that exact path.

Our newest guide breaks down the real differences — cost, installation, and fit — so you know which one your staircase actually needs before you ever pick up the phone.

🔗 https://homehealthsmith.com/curved-vs-straight-stairlifts-which-one-does-your-staircase-need/

Curved vs. Straight Stairlifts: Which One Does Your Staircase Need?July 7, 2026/in Stairlifts/by Micky DemingThe difference comes down to the shape of your stairs. A straight stairlift runs along a single, unbroken flight and can often be installed in a matter of hours. A curved stairlift is custom-...

06/25/2026

"We'd love a home elevator, but our house just isn't big enough."

We hear this a lot — and most of the time, it's not accurate.

Modern residential elevators have a surprisingly small footprint. Some require as little as a 4' x 4' hoistway, and in many older New England homes, an elevator can be installed in a closet stack, a corner of a room, or in space that's currently unused between floors.

Our blog walks through the real space requirements — including the difference between a new-construction install and a retrofit in an existing home — so you can see whether it's actually possible before assuming it isn't.

🔗 https://homehealthsmith.com/how-much-space-do-i-need-to-install-a-residential-elevator/

How Much Space Do I Need to Install a Residential Elevator?July 31, 2024/in Home products and services, Residential Elevators/by Linda BohmbachAs more homeowners choose to age in place or make their homes more accessible, installing home elevators has become increasingly popular. At Home Healthsmith...

06/23/2026

If your family is starting to think seriously about what needs to change at home — but the list feels overwhelming — this is the guide to bookmark.

Our comprehensive aging in place home modifications guide covers every major category: bathroom safety, stair access, bedroom adjustments, entryway modifications, kitchen updates, and the products that make the biggest difference. It's designed to give you a clear picture of the full landscape so you know what to prioritize, what to plan for later, and what questions to bring to a professional.

New England homes have their own quirks — older layouts, narrow staircases, raised entries — and we've written this with those realities in mind.

🔗 https://homehealthsmith.com/aging-in-place-home-modifications-your-complete-guide-to-safe-independent-living/

Aging in Place Home Modifications: Your Complete Guide to Safe, Independent LivingOctober 23, 2025/in Home products and services, Mobility for the Elderly, Senior Safety/by Linda BohmbachGrowing older in the home you love isn’t just a wish—it’s an achievable goal with the right aging in place ...