Common Bathroom Hazards for Seniors & How to Avoid Them
The bathroom can be scary for seniors, especially if they have balance issues or mobility challenges. Many bathroom hazards, such as slippery floors, low lighting, and hard-to-reach fixtures, can all contribute to accidents and injuries. A qualitative study on the...
ADA Business Requirements: How to Make Your Business ADA Compliant
Your goal as a business owner is likely to reach a broader customer base, which involves making your products and services accessible to all. However, people living with disabilities or mobility challenges can face difficulties if your facility is inaccessible. After...
Everything You Need to Know About Bathroom Remodeling for Seniors
The bathroom is one of the most frequently used spots in a home, but unfortunately, it is also dangerous for seniors. As your loved ones age, you will notice that their mobility and balance are limited and may require bathroom assistance. However, they may also want...
Balance Exercises for Seniors
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to prioritize balance, as age and mobility issues can often result in balance issues, leading to both fatal and nonfatal injuries. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), seniors over 60 suffer the greatest number...
Your Guide to Aging in Place
As we age, we often face decisions about where we will live and how we will manage our day-to-day lives. For many seniors, aging in place is an option that allows them to maintain independence, stay connected with their community, and live a familiar and comfortable...
What is the ADA & What Does ADA Compliant Mean?
If you’re a business owner with the goal to make your facility more accessible to clients and consumers, , you may have heard the phrase ADA. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law, and its goal is to ensure that people with health conditions...
Introducing the Freedom Inspire Collection: The Ultimate Tub-to-Shower Conversion Solution
Introducing the new Freedom Inspire Collection, the next generation of accessible showers, expertly redesigned to make your tub-to-shower conversion easy. We believe our customers have the best insight into what they need, and we listened to your feedback. That’s why...
How to Get Your Home Ready for When Your Senior Loved One Comes to Stay
To get your home ready when it’s time to bring a senior loved one to live with you can feel like an overwhelming project to consider. However, planning ahead can ensure it goes smoothly. Here are things you can do to get your home ready for the big day! Remove fall...
The Most Important Things You Can Do to Stay Out of Assisted Living
Getting older and losing one's independence is never easy. For many older people, the move to assisted living feels like an acknowledgment of loss. Most would prefer to stay in their own, familiar home, for as long as possible. Do you know the best ways to avoid...
The 7 principles of Universal Design, and why it Matters
The concept of Universal Design is used to create products and spaces that are accessible to people of all abilities and characteristics. If all spaces are built with the 7 Principles of Universal design, it would minimize the need for assistive devices, and make it...