Home Modification

My 69-year-old parents are remodeling to add safety features so they can continue living at home as they age. The construction is very stressful to them. They are agitated, unhappy and scared of having construction around them. What can I do?
Alan Kanter answered: You can take steps to ease your elderly parent's anxiety of the construction process.
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I want to remodel my elderly mother's home to make it safe for her to live in as she ages. But I don't want it to look or feel like a hospital or nursing home. How can I make her home comfortable, while also ensuring her safety?
Alan Kanter answered: Seniors will tell you that one of the most alienating aspects of moving to a nursing home or assisted lving facility is the loss of a personal “sense of place."
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My mother is having a hard time getting in and out of the tub. How can we all feel more secure and allow her to have independence?
Abbie Sladick answered: Bath chairs and grab bars can help your elderly loved one bath independently.
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My bathroom is very small and there is no room for my husband to maneuver his walker when the door is opened into the room. Any suggestions?
Abbie Sladick answered: One option is to reverse the swing of the door. It may be possible to change the swing out into the hall or the bedroom. This change will require a bit of handyman work and some paint, but could be a good option. Read full answer.
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Is there a special height that I must install a grab bar in my bathroom?
Abbie Sladick answered: There is generally no mandated height requirement or placement locations for grab bars in a single family home. Your bars should be placed at a height that feels most comfortable and secure. Read full answer.
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