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AK Complete Home Renovati... Professional Marietta, GA on Aug 06, 2012
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Aging In Place - Making Headlines

AK has been a Certified Aging In Place Specialist for many, many years! In the past two months, remodeling for aging in place has seen a dramatic increase as people feel enabled to make the commitment to their future comfort and safety in their existing home!

The AJC reported this weekend on the up-swing of homes being fitted to meet the demands of aging: http://bit.ly/MYQ6vg Do you have any accessible or universal design adaptions in your home? These modifications can be as simple as a faucet that does not require grasping (to assist with messy or arthritic hands) or as complex as an addition to a home, or baths designed to be completely accessible and usable for people of all abilities!

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  • Dee W Rock Creek, OH
    I'm not sure if this qualifies, but we replaced all our doorknobs with levers so there is no wrist twisting to use a door. Light switches are a mix of slide and lever which take less pressure to activate. All ceiling fans are run by remote. Hand soap and faucets are motion sensored as well.
    on Aug 06, 2012 · Like 1
  • AK Complete Home Renovati... Marietta, GA
    It ABSOLUTELY qualifies, Dee! The levers are such a smart move - and adequate lighting with rocker switches or touch sensors are another essential part of universal design. Thanks for mentioning all those great ideas!

    We do have a checklist on our website with ideas like what you're doing: http://www.akatlanta.com/Aging-In-Place-Desi...

    on Aug 07, 2012 · Like 0
  • Hamtil Construction LLC Saint Louis, MO
    Universal Design definitely appears to be trending more in remodeling, doesn't it? Simple improvements can make a home more livable for years to come.
    on Aug 16, 2012 · Like 1
  • Dee W Rock Creek, OH
    @AK-wonderful ideas! I realized we have quite a few from your list but also that a few more when we replace/update things around here will be a nice addition. We have a son, now 30, with CP and that has helped in many of our decisions.
    on Aug 17, 2012 · Like 1
  • Marg C Middletown, NY
    all great ideas! thank you for posting these helpful tips.
    on Aug 17, 2012 · Like 1
  • AK Complete Home Renovati... Marietta, GA
    Happy to help talk about a very important and interesting topic! Dee, I'm sure you could write a great post about "out of the box" things you've done to your home.

    We think Universal Design has a lot to do with assisting and promoting independence, and we think that is such a positive thing at every age and every ability!

    on Aug 20, 2012 · Like 0

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