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Aging in Place Insider Blog
“Visitability Is A Very Visible Strategy For Providing Accessibility”
Making home visitable is one of the most visible forms of accessibility that anyone can do, and it is noticeable as soon as anyone gets close enough to the front… Read more »
“De-Clutter, Organize, Clean, Sort, Cull, And Other Acts Of Trimming Down”
As we go through life, many of us become magnets for attracting souvenirs, mementos, memorabilia, keepsakes, odds-and-ends, and so many other items that once had meaning for us. They just… Read more »
“Little Things Can Make Huge Differences For Aging-In-Place Design”
In many places in life, it’s the little details that make a substantial difference in the outcome of larger events. Many sporting contests have been won by just a fraction… Read more »
“Homeowners Or Renters Should Be Encouraged To Make Some Improvements Themselves”
With so many renters and homeowners needing aging in place solutions to help them live safely and comfortably in their homes, there literally are more projects to be done than… Read more »
“Aging-In-Place Isn’t Always Intentional”
Aging in place – the act of someone continuing to live in their present home and remaining there for as long as they desire – is becoming increasingly popular. In… Read more »
“Improvements In Doors Have Literally Opened Up Design Solutions”
For years, residential doorways were pretty basic in terms of style and size. There were a few different ways they could be used to create more variety, but there were… Read more »
“What Does The Client Want Us To Accomplish For Them?”
When a potential client or customer contacts us to discuss and evaluate any contemplated changes in their home that might be required or requested for safety or comfort, we need to… Read more »
“Steve Hoffacker Named 2015 ‘CAPS Educator Of The Year’ By NAHB”
At the National Association of Home Builders International Builders Show in Las Vegas last month, Steve Hoffacker, CAPS, MCSP, MIRM, was recognized as the 2015 “CAPS Educator of the Year.”… Read more »
“Heading Off Clutter At Its Source – Outside The Home”
Certainly safety is a factor in successful aging in place, and a major contributor to how safe a particular home might be is the presence of clutter – or the… Read more »