Stair chair lift devices are not new at all. If you are searching for information about the purchase of a device or if you need to replace an old unit, you'll probably notice that there are more choices for you to choose from than you've ever had before.

Part of the reason for this is that as the Baby Boomers age they and their parents are moving every major consumer, housing, retirement planning and health care trend imaginable.

This is good for those that are in need of such "helpful" devices as the electric stair lift.

Before you make an agreement to purchase one we'll discuss a few universal considerations to get you on the right path before you settle on a model.

First, you have to consider the users disability that prevents them from using the stairs. Are they sight impaired or blind? Do they have a good sense of hearing? Are they working with a frozen knee or rheumatoid arthritis as such may prevent them from operating small buttons and levers due to pain and sensitivity. All of these questions and more should be posed and answered honestly in order to get the right unit for your situation.

If you know that the user will be unable to stand up while using a stair chair lift, then you may need to get a model that has additional weights on it to counterbalance any swaying during operation.

If you know you need a wheelchair to fit into the lift, this automatically narrows down your choices of devices to those with a platform type lift attached. Considering all of the other items will only further confuse you. It is best to be very candid when making your assessment. Reason being is that it makes little sense to buy a unit and not be able to use it.