A majority of U.S. veterans are not aware of the fact they can qualify for grants from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to allow them to age in place, according to survey data from senior advocacy group AARP. If you are a veteran or know a veteran who needs help with aging-in-place home modifications please call Richard at 615-752-0060, or email to inspections4ada@gmail.com.
Read MoreRichard Acree, owner and inspector at ADAIN, is a CAPS consultant. CAPS is a residential accessibility services credential certified by the NAHB that offers principles to improve safety and accessibility in your home, regardless of your age or physical condition. Please call 615-752-0060 or email at inspections4ada@gmail.com for help with aging-in-place home modifications for you or your loved one.
Read MoreRichard Acree is a certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS). CAPS is a residential accessibility services credential certified by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) that offers principles to improve safety and accessibility in your home, regardless of your age or physical condition. Call Richard at 615-752-0060 for additional information.
Read MoreThe Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) offers multiple programs to assist Tennessee homeowners with home modifications to increase safety, livability, and visitability. This article is about the TN Home Weatherization Assistance Program. Improving home weatherization will make a home more livable and visitable. Improving home weatherization will reduce the cost of home ownership, which increases the opportunity for individuals to live in their homes longer. Aging-in-place concepts include improving home weatherization to make the home more livable and visitable.
Read MoreThe Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) offers multiple programs to assist Tennessee homeowners with home modifications to increase safety, livability, and visitability. This article is about the Home Modifications and Ramps Program, which is administered by United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Middle Tennessee. UCP builds ramps and coordinates state-wide construction of wheelchair ramps for individuals with mobility disabilities whose homes are without proper accessibility.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Ideas to Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on accessibility and safety. Good home accessibility and safety are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities. Accessible kitchen cabinets will help.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Tips for Entryways in an Accessible Home. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility, including entryways. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Landscaping Tips for an Accessible Home. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility, including landscaped areas and gardens. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining How to Build an Accessible Pedestrian Ramp. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, and for their caregivers.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Bathroom Items at Lowes for Greater Safety. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on accessibility and safety. Good home accessibility and safety are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining The Best Organization Ideas for an Accessible Home. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, and for their caregivers. Organizing your home can improve safety and accessibility.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Prepping Your Home Before Knee Replacement Surgery. The same information can be applied to foot surgery. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, including temporary disabilities from foot surgery.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Prepping Your Home Before Knee Replacement Surgery. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, including permanent and temporary disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining 10 Ways to Make Your Home Fall-Proof and Hazard-Free. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, and for their caregivers. Caregivers includes case managers.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining 9 Ways to Make Home Caregiving Easier and Create Safe Spaces. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities, and for their caregivers and case managers.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article explaining Lighting Ideas for an Accessible Home. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article and video explaining Technology for the Ultimate Smart Home. Technology can contribute to a safer and more accessible home. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article and video explaining Four Ways to Prevent Falls in the Bedroom. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on safety and accessibility. Good home safety and accessibility are very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article and video explaining Five Ideas for an Accessible Kitchen. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on accessibility. Good home accessibility is very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreAt Lowe’s website Livable Home you can see an informative article and YouTube video explaining Stylish and Functional Solutions for an Accessible Bathroom. The goal of a more livable home is to design a home that focuses on accessibility. Good home accessibility is very helpful for all people but especially for individuals with disabilities.
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