Finding the Right Residential Elevator

Elevators have come along way just in the last five years, due to rising consumer demand for them.  As we grow older, climbing up and down stairs becomes a wearisome and even a hazardous task. Installing an elevator can make the difference between if you can continue living in your home as you get older, […]

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Senior-Friendly Ideas for Homes

Most people don’t think about the hazards a typical home can hold for an older adult, but the dangers can become frighteningly evident after a senior moves in. Adult children who move a senior into their homes, or who choose to move into a senior’s home, should ensure that the living space is safe. Dan […]

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Grab Bars for Bathrooms: What You Should Know Before Installation

Before beginning the installation process of your grab bars for bathroom installation, it is important to know what type of tub or shower you have (tip – walk-in bathtubs and showers are a perfect complement to grab bars).  The type of shower determines the installation method and products needed to have a successful installation. Installing […]

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The 3 Things You Must Know Before Buying a Walk-in Bathtub!

I had never heard of a walk-in bathtub until after my Mother-in-law fell in the bathroom and broke her hip several years ago.  The hip injury set in motion what I now know to be an epidemic.  In fact, over 15,000 seniors die every year from fall related injuries.   Fortunately my mother in law survived, […]

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Tax Deductions for Accessible Home Modifications

Have you spent money during the last year on home modifications or installing special equipment in your home to accommodate a medical condition or disability?  You will be pleased to know that you may be able to recoup some, if not all, of the costs.  Both the Federal Government and many states offer tax incentives […]

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