There are many senior accessible home improvements that can be incorporated into your home when you remodel. There are five key senior home modifications that should be included that can help make your home more livable. Accessible home remodeling should include all areas in the home. The five main areas that should be considered for accessible home remodeling include the entryways, yard, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
Barrier-free living becomes essential as you get older, and one way to accommodate the elderly is to provide no-step thresholds in your home. When a threshold divides rooms, it poses a tripping hazard. No-step threshold eliminate hazards and make your home safer. You can also further incorporate this safety element by having no-step entries at the front and backdoor of your home.
There are a few ways to modify your backyard to make it more elderly accessible. You can make sure that there is a clear path that is free of tripping hazards, which is accessible to a person in a wheelchair. If you have a garden in your yard, you may consider raising the beds so a person does not hurt himself or herself by bending down so low. Raised beds reduce the stress that is placed on your back and makes it so you do not tire as easily.
There are numerous kitchen modifications that provide home mobility solutions. You can adjust the height of the countertops, increase the floor space, enhance the lighting, adjust the height of appliances, install single level facets and design rollout and sliding shelves. All of these options will dramatically improve your kitchen's functionality and maintain an efficient workspace.
In your bedroom, there are several accessible home improvements that can be incorporated to make it more senior friendly. You can add an in-law suite to your home, or make a first floor master bedroom. You may want to increase the floor space for wheelchair accessibility and ensure that the light switches can be reached from a wheelchair. Rocker light switches are easier to turn on than standard switches, so you may consider installing them.
Accessible bathroom modifications can include barrier-free showers and bathtubs. You can install a roll-in shower or a walk-in bathtub. There are numerous style and models that can be customized for your unique style. You may also want to add grab bars in both the shower area and near the facilities. You can also adjust the height of the toilet and adjust the height of the bathroom sink. Bathrooms generally can pose the most safety hazards, since there is a lot of moisture in it. Therefore, you should consider adding in slip-resistant flooring to eliminate the risk of falling.
To learn more, contact AIP Custom Builders and Remodeling Contractors at 1-855-553-3119, or visit http://www.aipcustombuilders.com.
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Make Your Home More Livable With These Accessible Senior Home Renovations
