Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Heavy Duty Stairlifts - 28.5 Stone Weight Limit
The Bruno Elite is a truly Heavy Duty Stairlift and is more robust than any other stairlift currently on sale in the UK. Visit the Dolphin website for more details or call 0800 9800 126.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Stairlift Jargon
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Reconditioned Stairlifts - £900 with 2yr warranty
For a limited time Dolphin Lifts will supply and install a straight reconditioned stairlift in the South-East of England for £900.00, including a 2 year parts and labour warranty (Office Hours Service). Click on the links below for more details.
Reconditioned Meditek Stairlift
Reconditioned Stannah Stairlift
Reconditioned Minivator Stairlift
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Minivator Outdoor Stairlift
Some stair lifts are suitable for use in external locations and can be particularly useful for improving access to homes with several steps to the point of entrance. Monday, March 16, 2009
Stannah 260 Curved Stairlift - powered hinge video
This video shows the powered hinge operation of the Stannah curved stairlift. Available from Stannah and selected distributor's such as Dolphin Stair Lifts.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Meditek Straight Stairlifts
The Meditek Straight Stairlift is available from selected distributor's in the UK such as Dolphin Stairlifts.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Stannah Stairlifts - Sofia 2 way powered swivel on straight stairlift
This video shows the 2 way powered swivel seat operation of the Stannah Sofia straight stairlift. Available from Stannah and selected distributor's such as Dolphin Stairlifts.
Stannah Stairlifts - Sofia powered swivel on straight stairlift
This video shows the powered swivel seat operation of the Stannah Sofia straight stairlift. Available from Stannah and selected distributor's such as Dolphin Stairlifts.
Stannah Stairlifts - Sofia manual swivel on straight stairlift
This video shows the manual swivel seat operation of the Stannah Sofia straight stairlift. Available from Stannah and selected distributor's such as Dolphin Stairlifts.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Stairlifts - New

Alternatively, if you prefer the looks of the Brooks Lincoln Stairlifts, the price is the same. The Brooks Stairlift is the same as the Acorn Stairlifts that you may have seen advertised.

Should you be unsure as to the suitability of either of these stairlifts, or are in any doubt as to whether it will fit your stairs, Dolphin will happily arrange for a sales advisor to call and discuss their entire range with you.
Please note that this special price only applies if you do not need a sales advisor to call.
Navy widow gets lift from forces group
The 79-year-old has a new lease of life now she can use her £5,000 stairlift paid for by SSAFA Forces Help.
To read the full article as it appears on portsmouth.co.uk click here.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Dolphin's John Petty rewarded for firefighting effort
Click here to read the Keighley News article
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Henry VIII used his very own 'stairthrone'
Henry VIII is perhaps best known for his six wives and founding the Church of England.
But a leading academic has revealed that the bloated Tudor monarch has another claim to fame: inventing the stairlift.
David Starkey, well known for his TV documentaries on historical royals, discovered that Henry VIII used a bespoke 'stairthrone' during research.
Described in royal records as 'a chair...that goeth up and down', the stairlift is thought to have been operational at Whitehall Palace in London where it would have hauled the King up a 20ft staircase.
Read more on the Daily Maily website.
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Stannah 320 Outdoor Stairlifts
The Stannah 320 Outdoor Stairlift is specially designed for outdoors use.
Designed to work in a variety of weather conditions the outdoor stairlift has been tested to ensure it operates smoothly from -10 up to 40 degrees celsius.
For more information visit the Dolphin Stairlifts wesbite or call 0800 9800 126.
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Southend Lions offer free stairlifts
SOUTHEND Lions Club are once again doing a good turn for the community.
The Lions have recently been given several unwanted stairlifts and are offering them to needy disabled people in the Southend area.
Lion Allan Guthrie said: “We know many people are unable to afford or obtain a stairlift from other sources and we would be pleased to supply and fit one at no cost, as part of our activities for people in the area.”
Anyone who is interested in the Lions’ offer should contact www.southend lions_stairlifts@hotmail.co.uk and provide a brief description of their needs and a contact number.
This article appeared on the echo-news.co.uk website.Monday, February 02, 2009
Stannah Stairlifts Child Seat
Working in partnership with R82 - a leading paediatric mobility specialist - Stannah have designed a seat specifically for children, ensuring comfort and safety for a child, and peace of mind for a parent. The ability to swivel at the top of the stairs means the stairlift acts as a safety barrier, blocking off the stairwell and making child handling safer. A powered swivel option is also available.
Child Seat for Stair Lifts

The seat is supplies with a 'nurse control' which is a hand transmitter that you can use to control the seat as you walk beside your child going up or down the stairs. For more details contact Dolphin Lifts on 0800 9800 126.
Friday, January 30, 2009
New Stannah Stairlifts with 2yr Warranty
Incidentally, all of Dolphin's straight reconditioned stairlifts also come with a 2yr warranty regardless of the model that you choose.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Disabled Living

Are you interested in ...
Products which help with easier and independent living.
Training courses to increase your knowledge of disability issues?
Then you need to know more about Disabled Living.
Where - they are situated just north of Manchester city centre not far from Victoria Station. They have some parking for disabled visitors (currently being extended). There is also free on-street parking in the area. If you have problems finding them please click here to see their map in pdf format.
When - their main opening times are 9.00 a.m to 4.30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Who - their services are open to anyone, no referral is needed. They are useful to disabled and older people, their families, carers and those working in disability, health/social care.
What - Disabled Living, based in Greater Manchester, has given an invaluable service to disabled people of all ages for over 110 years. Today, they offer a comprehensive range of services to improve the quality of life of disabled people, their families and carers. The Disabled Living Equipment Centre provides advice and information about equipment and products to help people make a more informed choice that will enable easier, safer and more independent living.
Other services include: Training - on most aspects of disability and which is aimed at professional and informal carers; PromoCon – a comprehensive resource and confidential help-line (0161 834 2001) for people with bladder and bowel problems and the Sensurround offers multi sensory experiences. To download their agm report please click here.
The Equipment Centre has thousands of products on display all designed with disabled and older people in mind.At the Disabled Living centre there is a permanent display of equipment for you to try. If you require a piece of equipment not currently on display at Disabled Living, they may be able to obtain this item for you to view at your appointment. The service offers impartial advice about items that can help you keep your independence. Appointments can be booked with the Occupational Therapist to guide you in your equipment choice.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Meditek Straight Stairlifts
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Heavy Duty Stair Lifts
Finally, we have found a stairlift which is truly Heavy Duty. This lift is more robust than any other stairlift currently on sale in the UK. Unlike many stair lifts made in the USA this stairlift is attractive in design and has a luxurious seat as standard.

- Maximum user weight of 28.5 stone (181 kg)
- Two-way manual swivel seat, ideal for narrow corridors at the bottom of the stairs
- Adjustable armrest width (450mm-552mm)
- Adjustable seat height for easier entry/exit
- Adjustable footrest height for added comfort
- Contoured seat for maximum comfort
- Locking swivel seat at the top and bottom of the stairway
- Two remote, wireless call/send controls
- Footrest safety sensor and retractable belt
- Charging station indicator lights at the top and bottom of the rail
- Onboard audio and visual diagnostics make service easier and more precise
- Rail installs to within 152mm (6in) from the wall
- Smooth, powerful drive system. Battery powered technology
- Soft-start, soft-stop for the users maximum comfort
- 5 year manufacturers warranty on major components, 2 years on parts
Stairlift conman targets woman, 81
A KIND-hearted pensioner made a cup of coffee for a visitor - who then he stole her money.
The 81-year-old woman invited the conman, who wore a hard hat and hi-visibility jacket, into her home on Derbyshire Lane West, in Stretford, after he claimed to have an appointment to fix her stairlift.
He asked for a drink and she made him a cup of coffee, which he drank and left, saying he would return to 'sort' the equipment.
She later realised he had taken cash from the living room while she was in the kitchen.
Police say the conman was white, aged 30 to 40, 6ft and slim. He was clean-shaven.
Pc Stuart Foy said: "The man clearly tricked his victim into believing that he was genuine and left her his victim feeling cheated.
"We are appealing to anyone with information that could help us. Maybe there are other people who have been approached by a man who can seemingly talk his way into people's houses."
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 7635 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.
Elderley couple use stairlift to tackle burglars
Mrs Pearson, 86, answered a knock at the door at about 5.40pm and a man in his twenties burst into the kitchen to turn on the taps.
Mrs Pearson said: "He told me all the taps had to be switched on or there would be a great big burst. I told him I didn't believe him and that I was going to ring the police.
"He told me that I should leave the taps running and that he'd be back again in ten minutes.
"We were in the kitchen and we heard someone walk across the bedroom upstairs."
Mr Pearson, 88, used his stairlift to get upstairs to tackle the burglar, but the thief slid down the banister and ran out of the property.
Drawers had been emptied and beds overturned in the property as the burglar hunted for cash.
All that was stolen was £40 from Mr Pearson's wallet.
The thieves left footprints around the property. One of the thieves left a bloodstain on a wall in the property, which police hope will result in a DNA match.
Mrs Pearson said: "The police said these people are the scum of the earth.
"I don't mind speaking to the Journal about it if it will stop a burglary somewhere else. It was a frightening experience.
"We'd like to thank police, our neighbours and the council for all the help we've had."
Information: Lincolnshire Police on 01476 402222 quoting incident 299 of December 10.
Police hunt stairlift van driver
The first accident happened at about 7pm on Saturday last week (November 29) on the B1000 Hertford Road.
The white van hit a silver Mercedes E class, but did not stop.
Police believe the van was then involved in another accident, with a Vauxhall Corsa, on the same stretch of road at about the same time.
The other drivers involved were not injured in the crashes.
A police spokesman said the van had "Speciality Stairlifts" written on the side. Its partial registration number is VO04 V...J.
If you recognise the description of the van or know its whereabouts, contact Tony Hithcock, at the Hatfield police station-based process and collision department, on 01707 806276.
Princess praises therapists
The Princess Royal, the national patron of the College of Occupational Therapists, told staff and students she was impressed with how the profession helped people with disabilities and injuries.
Occupational therapists help people to regain independence and adapt to a disability.
They can recommend special tools, to help people perform everyday tasks more easily, and adaptations to homes, such as handrails, bath seats and stair lifts.

