Aging in Place Kitchen Design: Remodel Your Kitchen There’s a reason we call our kitchens the “heart of the home.” It’s where we make forever memories. Watching mom make breakfast every morning. Teaching our little ones to cook for the first time. Gathering generations together for holiday baking. And celebrating every other type of…
Modernize Your Home for Your Next Stage of Life When considering how to modernize your home for your next stage of life, it doesn’t have to be about a medical disability that needs immediate attention. Modern home remodeling for future safety and comfort also doesn’t have to scream, “Senior citizen here!” Instead, like most…
Planning Your Accessible Bathroom(s) What’s needed to make a bathroom disability accessible? Before you start remodeling your bathroom, you will need to choose a design that makes the bathroom easily accessible for you and other guests who may be using it. In order to accomplish this, you want to consider your current needs as well…
Living in Place vs. Aging in Place By Kelly L. Faloon Set up a design consultation and an in-home assessment. Call 908-377-0703 For many, the term “aging in place” brings to mind institutional-looking grab bars. Clunky shower seats in the bathroom. Unsightly mobility aids. And the looming fear of what comes after. But “living in…
The Most FAQs About Home Accessibility Home accessibility is an issue you might not think much about. But after a loss of mobility, accident, or other medical condition, it can become a top priority. Depending on your specific situation, you may need to make a variety of modifications to improve the accessibility of your…
How to Find the Right Remodeling Contractor for Aging in Place Homes often require some improvements to become suitable for aging in place. These adjustments vary based on personal needs. Some situations require just a ramp or grab bars installed. Others need to undergo a larger renovation. It may involve expanding doorways, plumbing to…
15 Home Modifications for Stroke Patients Stroke survivors often experience problems with their walking, coordination, and balance, which can greatly impact their ability to live comfortably and safely in their homes. The clinical implications of a stroke can also increase a person’s risk of falling and getting injured post-attack. There are home modifications for…
10 Factors to Consider Before Moving Elderly Parents into Your Home . This is something almost everyone experiences with an aging parent at some point. And there are a few options available to you when the time comes, you could: . Find a long-term living facility or nursing home where professionals will provide the kind…
Post-Rehab Fall Prevention: Keeping Seniors Safe at Home Your loved one has just finished rehab after suffering a fall. Things are fine now, right? No not so fast, have you considered taking steps for fall prevention? Statistics show that seniors who have already had a fall are at twice or even triple the risk…
Veterans Deserve a Welcome Home After service, many soldiers envision returning home to loved ones. They imagine feeling peace and fulfillment, knowing friends and family left behind were kept safe and the country they defended was kept free after years of service. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Sometimes a soldier doesn’t have a…