Grays Ferry, Philadelphia

Mobility & Accessibility Solutions in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia

Grays Ferry takes its name from George Gray, who ran a floating bridge and a popular pleasure garden on the Schuylkill in the 1700s. The Grays Ferry Bridge still carries traffic across the river near where his ferry once crossed, and the neighborhood is known for close-knit blocks, parish roots, and families who have stayed put for generations.

Most of the houses here went up between the 1880s and the early 1900s. That means narrow brick rowhomes with steep, enclosed staircases, front doors set a step or two above the pavement, and bathrooms tucked on the second floor. They weren’t designed with access or aging in place in mind.

That’s where we come in, 101 Mobility of Greater Philadelphia helps Grays Ferry residents, and the adult children who look after them, stay safe in the house they know. Call (215) 608-0866 or request a free home consultation online.

Bruno Elan stairlift at the top of a narrow Grays Ferry rowhome staircase

Solutions Sized for Older Grays Ferry Rowhomes

  • Steep, narrow stairs – Older staircases are often tighter than modern ones. Our straight stairlifts use slim rails and seats that fold flat, and we confirm clearance before recommending one.
  • Stairs with a turn or landing – If your staircase winds at the top or bottom, a custom curved stairlift is built to follow that exact path.
  • The step up from the pavement – Threshold and modular ramps handle one or two steps, while a porch lift works where there’s no room for a run of ramp.
  • Back door and yard steps – Outdoor stairlifts are made to handle Philadelphia weather on exterior stairs.
  • Bathroom and bedroom safety – Grab bars and shower seats, lift chairs, and patient lifts round out a safer home.

Bruno residential vertical platform lift at a home entry

For the Family Making the Call

We often find it’s a family member like a son or daughter who reaches out first. We’ll walk the house with you, explain straight versus curved versus ramp options, and provide you a quote you can share with the rest of the family before anyone decides. Short-term rentals are also available if the need is temporary, like during recovery from surgery or injury.

Where We Work in and Around Grays Ferry

We serve homes throughout Grays Ferry, from the blocks near the Schuylkill riverfront to the streets around Grays Ferry Avenue. Our team also covers South Philadelphia, Packer Park, Logan Square, and West Philadelphia just across the river.

Why Work with 101 Mobility

We’re a local franchise with a showroom in Bensalem, factory-trained installers, and equipment from Bruno, Savaria, and Handicare. New installations come with a one-year service warranty, and flexible financing is available.

Call (215) 608-0866 today to book your free consultation.

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Grays Ferry Homeowner FAQs

My stairs are really narrow, will a stairlift fit? In most older rowhomes, yes! We often recommend the Savaria K2 in this scenario. The rail mounts closer to the wall and the seat folds away when not in use. We measure stair width and headroom at the consultation and will tell you honestly if another option fits better.

Can a ramp go out onto the sidewalk? Equipment that extends onto the public sidewalk may need city approval. We’ll look at where your property line falls and suggest a ramp or lift that works for your entrance.

What does the consultation cost? Nothing,  our in-home consolations conducted by our expert mobility consultants visit the home provide what they deem is the best solution possible with no obligation or pressure to buy any product.