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Collage of accessible home features: bathroom with lowered sink, kitchen, ramp, deck, and hallway.
By LBF Team September 10, 2025
Begin with a thorough review of your space, set realistic goals, and explore the home accessibility solutions and supports available to Michigan residents.
Blue and white handicap symbol painted on asphalt with double white lines.
By LBF Team August 27, 2025
By implementing these practical steps and insights, family members and caregivers can reduce the risk of the multitude of complications associated with immobility.
Two healthcare workers assist a person using a patient lift in a room; blue gloves, gray lift bar.
By LBF Team August 18, 2025
Understand the important aspects of using a patient lift for someone with mobility needs. We share best practicies for the patient and caregiver.
A wheelchair-accessible kitchen with a sink, dishwasher, and window.
August 13, 2025
Lakeshore Barrier Free can transform your compact Grand Rapids kitchen into a safe, comfortable, and efficient space for all!
A metal wheelchair doorway ramp is sitting in front of a brick door.
August 6, 2025
Installing a wheelchair ramp? Learn the most common ramp installation mistakes that impact safety, accessibility, and compliance, plus tips to avoid them.
A kitchen under construction with white cabinets and a yellow ladder.
July 30, 2025
Making your home more accessible can seem like a huge undertaking, but here at Lakeshore Barrier Free, we walk alongside you every step of the way!
A brick house with a temporary wheelchair ramp in front of it.
July 23, 2025
Need a short-term accessibility solution? Discover why a ramp rental is a fast, flexible, and affordable way to improve mobility without permanent changes.
An empty garage with a wheelchair ramp and a wooden railing.
July 18, 2025
Learn the areas group home inspections should cover to protect residents, meet regulations, and avoid costly repairs. Learn more.
A woman in a wheelchair is cooking on a stovetop.
July 2, 2025
Imagine a home where every corner supports your ability to move, choose, and live spontaneously. That's the magic of accessibility! It reduces stress, boosts confidence, preserves privacy, and empowers individuals to live life on their own terms.
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool in the backyard and a wheelchair ramp.
June 25, 2025
A wheelchair ramp creates a clear, stable path for anyone using a wheelchair, walker, or scooter. It removes the physical barriers that limit movement and provides access and freedom.
A person is holding a paper cut out of a person in a wheelchair.
June 18, 2025
This powerful article sheds light on the multifaceted daily challenges faced by people with disabilities – from navigating inaccessible public spaces and transportation to confronting societal stigma and discrimination.
A collage of pictures showing different types of ramps.
June 11, 2025
Installing a safe wheelchair ramp is one of the most effective ways to make a home safer, more functional, and easier to navigate. But choosing the right one isn’t always straightforward.
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