Home Modification for Seniors
Home improvements, repairs, and/or remodeling that allow older adults to safely stay in their own homes for as long as possible.
Read AgingCare's articles offering tips from senior care experts as well as advice from other caregivers who have made modifactions to a senior's long-time home to improve safety for a senior who chooses to age in place.
Home Modification Articles
Home Modifications for Seniors
Most people don’t update their homes to accommodate age-related changes in their needs and abilities, but a few modifications can create a senior-friendly home that enhances safety and promotes independence.
4 CommentsHelpful Home Modifications: Finishing Our Basement for Dad
A caregiver shares the adjustments and renovations she made to prepare her home for her elderly father-in-law to move in.
7 CommentsMom’s Moving In: How to Adapt Your Home for an Elderly Parent
Deciding to move your elderly parent in with you is a choice that will significantly alter life as you know it. Consider these tips for adapting your home to create a safe and successful multi-generational living arrangement.
5 CommentsHow To Make a Home Safer for a Person with Alzheimer’s
People in the early stages of Alzheimer's are often capable of living on their own provided they make certain safety modifications. Make these quick adjustments to the home environment to ensure their safety and well being.
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Home Modification Questions
I need to know how to get help with fitting our home for a walk-in shower (rather than a tub). Stepping over the edge is both difficult and danger.
9 AnswersMargaretMcKen Replied May 28, 2024Where can I get a used hospital bed?
15 AnswersMichael55 Answered May 24, 2024Anyone have recommendations for non-slip vinyl bathroom flooring? TIA.
3 AnswersMargaretMcKen Answered May 23, 2024How do I get a free walk in tub or shower? Free window replacement. The windows from 1975 when built are still in place.
7 AnswersSouthernwaver Replied May 19, 2024
Home Modification Discussions
To get my ducks in a row?
18 CommentsAnxietynacy Commented Jun 1, 2024Bidet attachment has been a lifesaver!
2 CommentsFawnby Commented Oct 2022Nosey cup for issues with swallowing.
3 CommentsKaleyBug Commented Sep 2022Happy mother's day my foot...
9 CommentsKantankorus Commented May 2021
Home Modification Related Topics
- Aging in Place
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- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Care Decisions
- Elder Law
- Power of Attorney (POA)
- Dementia Behaviors
- Dementia Wandering
- Burnout
- Cancer
- New to Caregiving
- Guardianship
- Forms & Documents
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Working Caregiver
- Diabetes
- Diet & Nutrition
- Elder Abuse
- Moderate Dementia
- Signs of Dementia