At Bullock Access, we help individuals and families stay safe, independent, and able to move easily in their homes, businesses and schools. We specialize in accessibility solutions including stairlifts, wheelchair platform lifts, ramps, patient overhead transport systems, residential elevators, and barrier-free showers. Proudly serving all of Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, and New Hampshire’s Lake Region, our experienced team is local and here to guide you to the right solution, whether you’re planning ahead or responding to a new mobility challenge.
When life circumstances limit your mobility, Bullock Access offers solutions to ease your challenges and enhance accessibility in every part of your home and commercial spaces. Here are some real-life stories of how we helped our customers regain independence and convenience in their homes and businesses.
The Challenge: When their son, who has cerebral palsy, was young, one parent could easily lift him out of bed and carry him to the bathroom. But as he grew, it became harder, eventually requiring both parents to move him safely. By the time he was 15, the strain was becoming overwhelming—every transfer felt like a risk, and they feared they wouldn’t be able to care for him at home much longer. We had already installed a stair lift, but they needed an additional solution to help with daily transfers.
The Solution: The next step was installing a ceiling lift system, allowing them to safely transfer their son between rooms with ease. By integrating the lift with a track system, they could move him between the bedroom and bathroom effortlessly, eliminating the physical strain and emotional stress of lifting. More importantly, this solution gave them peace of mind, knowing they could continue caring for their son at home without the fear of injury or exhaustion.
The Challenge: An elderly woman had gradually lost the strength to climb the stairs to her bedroom. With no available space on the first floor to convert into a bedroom, she had no choice but to start sleeping on the couch. What was meant to be a temporary solution soon became her reality, and both she and her husband felt the weight of the change. The home they had loved for decades now felt limiting, and a growing sadness set in as they realized how much they had lost.
The Solution: Installing a stair lift gave her back the freedom to move between floors safely and comfortably. No longer confined to one part of her home, she could once again sleep in her own bed, get dressed in her own room, and feel at home again. The lift didn’t just restore her mobility—it brought back her happiness and the sense of comfort they thought they had lost.
The Challenge: After raising their home to meet flood zone regulations, a homeowner suddenly faced a new problem—getting inside. A steep flight of stairs now separated them from their own front door, turning the place they loved into an obstacle. Every trip in and out became exhausting, frustrating, and even dangerous. What was meant to protect their home from flooding had instead made it feel unlivable.
The Solution: We installed a vertical platform lift (wheelchair lift), providing a seamless and safe way to travel between ground level and their elevated home. No more struggling with stairs or feeling trapped—the lift restored their independence and made their home truly accessible again. Now, they could enjoy their home without the daily challenge of navigating an impossible entrance.
The Challenge: A professional office had just a few steps at the entrance—hardly noticeable to most visitors. But for anyone in a wheelchair, those steps might as well have been an entire staircase. A place that should have felt welcoming instead felt inaccessible and unwelcoming to some of the very people they wanted to serve. The business owners saw the frustration in their clients’ eyes and knew they had to make a change.
The Solution: We installed a compact vertical platform lift, creating a seamless and dignified entrance for all visitors. Now, clients using wheelchairs and walkers could enter with ease, no longer feeling like an afterthought. This wasn’t just an upgrade—it was a statement that every client mattered. The lift transformed their office into a truly welcoming space while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.
