What is an Accessible Home? About 90% of Americans over 65 want to remain in their homes as they age, rather than move to assisted living. An accessible home can help them do that.
Add wheelchair lifts, roll in showers, and grab bars. Seniors who plan for aging in place before they need it have more options. Don’t wait until there is an emergency or sudden need to create accessibility in your home.
Many factors can influence your decision to renovate your current home or move to a more suitable abode. Even if you move, you will still likely need to do renovations in your new place, but those renovations may be less costly depending on the overall layout of the house.
Introducing the new Freedom Inspire Collection, the next generation of accessible showers, expertly redesigned to make your tub-to-shower conversion easy. We believe our customers have the best insight into what they need, and we listened to your feedback. That’s why...
Getting older and losing one's independence is never easy. For many older people, the move to assisted living feels like an acknowledgment of loss. Most would prefer to stay in their own, familiar home, for as long as possible. Do you know the best ways to avoid...
Recovering from surgery, injury, or illness at home can pose some challenges if your home doesn't have the appropriate layout. Before sending patients home, health professionals want to know how you'll bathe safety and want you to avoid stairs. Many homes don't have...
Have you been researching funding for accessible home improvements? Veterans have earned the respect of a grateful nation for their service to our country. But the challenges of everyday life don't end once their service in the military is over. Modifications and...
Family caregivers are uncelebrated heroes. Taking care of a loved one with limited mobility means helping them access all areas of the house, sometimes putting themselves at risk of falls and back injuries. It's not an easy job, yet they do it with so much love and...
People with disabilities are more active and living more independently in their communities as a result of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA is a federal law requiring most businesses open to the public, regardless of size, to provide reasonable...
Staying in a nursing home can be highly beneficial for seniors. However, all facilities are not created equal and long-term care homes may not be for everyone. The recent pandemic has made many people reconsider if nursing homes are the best place for their...
It’s not just about safety Many remodelers move into the home accessibility market for personal reasons. Often, the first project they take on is for their own aging parent, who need grab bars, wider doorways, and a roll in shower to create a more accessible bathroom....
