Tight turns
Curved Indoor Stair Lift
- Indoor
- Curved
- Seat Lift
- Custom-fit rail for tight turns
- Fold-up seat and footrest
- Smooth start and stop ride
- Battery backup for outages
In Anacortes, stairs are often part of daily life at home, and comfort matters in everyday home life. As needs change, safer stair access can help daily life at home stay comfortable.
In Anacortes, a good match often comes down to keeping movement smooth and predictable and how the stairs are used day to day
Commonly installed in walk-up apartments and townhouses, these stair lift solutions adapt to wooden, stone (including marble), or metal staircases, indoors and outdoors.
Whether you're looking for a chair lift, vertical platform lift, or wheelchair lift, our indoor systems are available in multiple configurations and can be installed on nearly any staircase—straight or curved.
Depending on your home’s layout, the rails can be mounted to the wall or directly on the steps, ensuring minimal impact on the structure of single-family homes, apartment buildings, or public facilities.
Detached homes use split-level or raised-floor layouts, creating straightforward interior stair runs between living areas, garages, and basements, as part of everyday movement between levels.
Our outdoor stair lift systems are built from weather-resistant materials and feature protective coatings for long-term durability.
The sealed drive units offer safe and reliable performance in all weather conditions.
Just like their indoor counterparts, the platforms are foldable, saving space when not in use.
Entries can sit above grade on porches or stoops, so short exterior steps face outdoor exposure, where reliable daily access matters.
Your Area Agency on Aging connects you with every available funding program — Medicaid waivers, state grants, nonprofit assistance. One free call can save you thousands on your stairlift.
The VA offers SAH Grants (up to $126,526 in FY2026), SHA Grants (up to $25,350), and Aid & Attendance benefits. A stair lift itself is supplied through the VA Prosthetic & Sensory Aids Service when a VA clinician prescribes it — the HISA home-improvement grant specifically excludes stair lifts.
COPES is Washington's 1915(c) Medicaid HCBS waiver, administered by DSHS Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA), for people who qualify for nursing-facility level of care but choose to remain at home. Its covered services include environmental modifications such as stair lifts, ramps, grab bars, and doorway widening when documented as necessary in the person-centered CARE plan. There is no fixed statutory dollar cap on a stairlift; modifications are authorized case-by-case at the amount the approved plan supports. Applicants must be Apple Health (Medicaid) financially eligible and pass a CARE functional assessment through a local Home and Community Services (HCS) office.
Northwest Access Fund is a nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI) serving Washington that finances assistive technology and home accessibility. Its home modification loans go up to $60,000 with terms up to 120 months (10 years) and can pay for stair lift installation, ramps, grab bars, and doorway widening. The interest rate is set by the board and can vary monthly, and it is generally below-market. Eligibility is open to Washington residents of any age with a disability, including seniors with age-related functional limitations; poor credit or past bankruptcy does not automatically disqualify an applicant.
Two separate VA benefits matter here. The Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant pays for permanent structural changes to a primary residence — ramps, widened doorways, roll-in showers — up to $6,800 lifetime for service-connected conditions or $2,000 for non-service-connected, but HISA specifically excludes stair lifts and porch lifts. The stairlift itself is instead provided through the VA Prosthetic & Sensory Aids Service (PSAS) when a VA clinician prescribes it as medically necessary, and veterans receiving the Aid & Attendance pension can apply that monthly benefit toward the cost.
Community First Choice is a Washington Apple Health state-plan entitlement (1915(k)), administered by DSHS/ALTSA, providing in-home personal care to Medicaid enrollees who meet nursing-facility level of care. Unlike a waiver, CFC has no waiting list. Its benefit covers ADL/IADL assistance, personal emergency response systems, caregiver training, and small assistive technology items, but environmental home modifications such as stair lifts are not a CFC service — those are funded through the COPES waiver. Combined assistive technology and skills-acquisition training is capped at $550 per state fiscal year.
Washington's Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities property tax exemption, administered by the Department of Revenue through county assessors, reduces property taxes on a qualifying owner-occupied primary residence. It does not pay for a stair lift, but the annual savings can offset out-of-pocket accessibility costs. Eligibility requires being age 61+ (or disabled at any age, or a qualifying disabled veteran) and having household income under a county-specific limit tied to local median income; for 2025, King County's threshold was $88,998. Recent legislation (SB 6162) added a $7,500 standard deduction that effectively raises the qualifying income limits.
or call your local aging agency for help applying
HCBS Waivers in all 50 states can pay for stairlifts when a doctor certifies the modification prevents nursing home placement. This is the single largest funding source for stairlifts in the U.S.
or call your local aging agency for help applying
The IRS classifies stairlifts as a deductible medical expense. Deduct the full purchase and installation cost if total medical expenses exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income.
or call your local aging agency for help applying
Rural homeowners can receive grants (62+) or 1% interest loans for home modifications including stairlifts. Grants don't need to be repaid.
or call your local aging agency for help applying
By choosing a used stair lift, you can save up to 60% compared to buying new.
The actual savings depend on the custom rail system required.
For staircases over 16 feet or with curves, custom-fabricated rails may be necessary, which could involve additional one-time costs.
The same cost-saving benefits apply to rentals:
Thanks to simple installations and short rental periods, stair lift leasing is a smart way to stay mobile without long-term commitment.
Tip: Some funding programs or subsidies may also cover stair lift rentals.
Platform lifts follow the principle of industrial lifting platforms and freight elevators.
These lifts include a non-slip coated platform that can be accessed using a walker or wheelchair.
Many models feature foldable platforms to save space when not in use.
Vertical platform lifts are ideal for small elevation changes between 32" and 80" (80–200 cm).
Thanks to their weather-resistant stainless steel or aluminum design and sealed drive electronics, they are commonly used outdoors.
These lifts require no rails and take up minimal space — making them both cost-effective and efficient.
Also known as wheelchair elevators, they move vertically next to the staircase.
A ceiling lift is installed along an overhead track, making it a highly space-saving solution with no need for floor-mounted structures.
These systems are available both with and without seating, offering options for wheelchair users or patients needing seated transfer.
The chair lift is the classic stair lift solution and often one of the most affordable options.
It’s perfect for individuals who don’t require a wheelchair full-time, but still need assistance moving safely between floors.
Standing lifts are a type of platform lift featuring sturdy handrails and an anti-slip standing platform.
They’re ideal for users with walkers or rollators who may not be comfortable sitting but still need vertical mobility support.
The lean-on lift is a hybrid between a chair lift and a standing lift.
It is especially suitable for users with knee or hip issues, since it allows a supported posture where the legs remain neither fully straight nor bent.
The term "wheelchair lift" is used to describe any type of lift that allows direct access while staying in a wheelchair.
Stairlifter USA offers both platform lifts and vertical lifts (VPLs) designed for wheelchair users.
Key difference: Platform lifts run along a staircase rail, while vertical lifts move straight up next to the stairs — no rails needed.
Choose a stair lift model based on your individual needs.
For example, wheelchair users typically require a drivable platform lift that supports full accessibility.
Not every stair lift fits every staircase.
In narrow stairways, a lift with a folding seat or compact platform may be the smartest solution.
If physical or structural conditions limit your options, the cost of purchasing a stair lift can be quite high.
Check if financial assistance or rental options are available to reduce the expense.
| Type | Configuration | Location | Best for | Typical price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chair Lift | Straight | Indoor | Standard single-flight stairs i Price mainly changes with rail length, seat options, and electrical routing. | $3,000 - $8,500Most common entry range for many homes. |
| Chair Lift | Curved | Indoor | Turns, landings, multi-level stairs i Custom rail fabrication and additional turns drive most of the cost difference. | $9,000 - $16,500Custom rail measured to your staircase. |
| Chair Lift | Straight | Outdoor | Porches, exterior steps, deck access i Weatherproof components and corrosion protection add cost versus indoor setups. | $3,500 - $9,500Includes outdoor-rated protection features. |
| Chair Lift | Curved | Outdoor | Exterior stairs with turns or long runs i Outdoor + curved typically means custom rail plus higher weather exposure requirements. | $14,000 - $20,000Often the most complex chair-lift scenario. |
| Platform Lift | Straight | Indoor / Outdoor | Wheelchair access on a straight stair run i Load rating, platform size, and mounting constraints influence cost. | $10,000 - $18,000Used when a chair lift is not suitable. |
| Platform Lift | Curved | Indoor / Outdoor | Wheelchair access with turns or landings i Curved platform systems are custom and typically require more structural planning. | $12,000 - $22,000Custom path for complex stair geometry. |
| Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) | Up to 72 in | Indoor / Outdoor | Short-rise porch or entry access i Travel height, gates/doors, and site prep are major cost factors. | $9,000 - $15,000Often used for entryways and porches. |
| Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) | Over 72 in | Indoor / Outdoor | Higher-rise access between levels i Higher travel often requires additional safety features and more involved installation. | From $15,000Range expands with height, site work, and enclosures. |
| Notes: These are typical installed price ranges for U.S. stair lift projects. Final pricing depends on staircase measurements, number of turns or landings, outdoor exposure, and installation conditions. | ||||
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