Handicap Accessibility
Accessible Baths Austin, Texas
Disability Bathroom Remodeling in Austin, Texas
Our Aging In Place Services and Design Can Keep You Independent And Safe
While each individual will have different needs and wants, there are many ways to make homes more user-friendly or accessible. Replacing bathtubs with showers is one of the most common changes made to accomplish an accessibility remodel. While walk-in tubs are available, a wheelchair usually can't roll into them. Showers, on the other hand, can be used for those with limited mobility as well as those in wheelchairs. A seat is recommended, and an easy fix for added versatility is installing a hand-held shower head. Along with grab bars, a taller toilet can make it easier for those with limited mobility. But be sure to leave enough room around the toilet and sink for the wheelchair.
Along with aging in place, universal design is becoming more of a household term. Essentially, it’s about building or modifying places and spaces—both public and private—to accommodate people of all ages and abilities. More than just an architectural concept, universal design is a win-win for sandwich generation boomers caring for aging parents and their children at home, for grandparents raising grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and for all who are facing the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other chronic diseases.
Whether your family needs the support now or down the road, universal design features are a good long-term investment for the home itself.
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Wheelchair Accessible Remodeling
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Wheelchair Accessible Bathrooms
ADA Accessible And Safe Toilet Areas
Roll In Shower Designs
Wheelchair Accessible Kitchens
What is a CAPS certification?
Finding a professional with the expertise to design, build or remodel a home to be handicap accessible might seem overwhelming. One place to start is by looking through the selection of Certified Aging-In-Place Specialists. This designation program, offered through the National Association of Home Builders, incorporates components of assessment, technical knowledge and management skills related to home modifications that will allow people to stay in their own homes safely and independently for a longer amount of time.
