"Stair lift" question

[Tanuki]

We are thinking about having a stair lift installed for an older relative, who due to knee problems is having increasing difficulty getting up the stairs in her home. She is quite fine cognitively and is fully capable of driving and ambulating everywhere independently as long as no stairs are involved. This is the general type of lift we are considering, although not necessarily this particular brand: http://www.1800wheelchair.com/asp/view-product.asp?product_id=665&utm_source=google&utm_medium=google_pe_pla&utm_keyword=665&utm_content=pla&gclid=COS0j8K52bgCFSZp7AodIxcAxA

I was wondering if any of you have used a stair lift or know someone who has one. I have read some positive reviews on company websites, but I never know if those are real or possibly planted there by the company itself! Any input would be appreciated.

[antiquie]

1. S L O W

I only have third-hand information and that is it's good the user is fine cognitively because they will want to read or do a puzzle on the trip.

[Raven]

2. I had one for my parents and it was great. The

only problem was when the power went out. They may make them with battery backups which would be a good idea. Once my mother go stranded upstairs for a while when the power went out. Otherwise they allow older folks to remain at home, which is wonderful.

[dr.strangelove]

3. I echo the battery backup

My grandfathers had a backup that would do 2-3 trips on the backup. It was used a few times during power outages. Also, make sure you get one that slides the chair in and out, it makes it easier to get in and out of the chair. Also, get the biggest chair you can fit in the staircase.
Best of luck.

[Tanuki]

4. Thanks to all for your tips and suggestions.

I think this would be a worthwhile investment for the individual in question. She can do isometric exercises all the way up and down if she finds it too slow! She loves her home and neighborhood but has considered moving because of her knees. She hadn't thought of this as an alternative.

[Raven]

5. Also, these things can turn corners! :-)