Aging-in-Place and Accessibility Solutions for the Home
As people age, there is a chance that they can develop some fears and anxiety about staying in their current homes as they lose mobility or their health declines. When people don’t have anyone living with them for assistance, they may decide to move to a community where they can be cared for. However, many people are reluctant to uproot their lives and move from a home where they have lived for years.
Luckily, there is a way to allow them to age in place in the home they love. Hiring an aging-in-place and accessibility needs contractor allows them to make improvements to the house based on personal needs so people can stay in their homes.
Ways to Improve Accessibility Throughout the Home
If someone is having trouble with accessibility in the home due to using walkers, wheelchairs, or other equipment that doesn’t fit easily through the doorways in the house, widening doorways can be an effective solution. It allows people to move throughout their homes more easily.
Another improvement that can help make the house more accessible is replacing hard-to-use door knobs with levered door knobs. Lever door handles are ADA-compliant, making opening doors easier with limited strength and mobility. Additionally, many other custom modifications can be done based on personal needs to make the home more accommodating.
Ways to Improve Stair Accessibility
When mobility issues present themselves, or people use wheelchairs or walkers, stairs inside and outside the home can be hurdles without the right accessibility solutions. If there are steps outside the home, whether leading up to the porch and front door or down from a deck leading to the backyard, a ramp installation can help.
Reaching the second floor of two-story houses can also present a challenge. However, contractors can install a stair elevator or stair lift to prevent being confined to a single floor and to make the entire house accessible to anyone.
Ways to Improve Bathroom Accessibility
One of the rooms where independence is most required is the bathroom since people experiencing limited mobility don’t want a loss of privacy. With the right upgrades to make an accessible bathroom, privacy can be preserved. Some bathroom updates for accessibility include things like:
- Curbless, roll-in showers
- Shower seats
- Walk-in bathtubs
- Grab bars and railings
- ADA compliant toilets
- Adjustable showerheads
Making these improvements in the bathrooms will make them more accessible for all and allow people to enjoy their independence and privacy.
About A-Plus Air Conditioning & Home Solutions
A-Plus Air Conditioning & Home Solutions is a family-owned and operated company that has been serving the Austin area since 1977. They provide flat-rate pricing, financing, and personable and experienced staff. Call them for accessibility and aging-in-place services in Austin, TX.
