Introduction As the senior population in the U.S. continues to grow—projected to reach 73 million by 2030—many older adults and their families face a pivotal question: is it better to remain in a cherished home or transition to an assisted living community? According to a 2024 AARP survey, a resounding 75% of adults aged 50 [...]
Planning Your Wheelchair Ramp Wheelchair ramps are needed for safe and independent access to the home but can be costly to build well and safely. Ramping of the home often is needed during times of stress, such as hospitalizations, and when families are faced with extra costs and medical related expenses. Furthermore, individuals [...]
Professional CEU Course on Accessible Home Modifications for OTs, PTs, ATPs, Designers, and other Healthcare Professionals: May 8, 9, & 10 - 2019 Accessibility consultant and national educator Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CAPS, CEAC, ECHM, CLIPP will be presenting one day courses on Accessible Home Modifications in Texas on these upcoming dates: May [...]
One of the greatest fears for aging seniors is losing their independence. Yet, many seniors can preserve control over their life by taking simple steps to prevent falls in their home. Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, and a primary objective of aging-in-place planning. So, if you are a [...]
Upcoming Home Modification CEU Courses in Kentucky – March 2019 Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CEAC, CAPS, ECHM, CLIPP is an accessibility specialist and consultant who has instructed thousands of professionals since 2014 including occupational therapists, physical therapists, ATPs, designers, contractors, DME specialists, accessibility consultants, and individuals with disabilities. The day course will focus on [...]
Managing A Move For Seniors: A Guide For Caregivers Moving can be a stressful task for many seniors, especially if they have mobility or health issues. For caregivers who are in charge of finding a new home and taking charge of moving day, the responsibility can be overwhelming. Having a good plan in [...]
Staying Safe in Cold Weather Temperatures With temperatures and wind chills expected to be below freezing this week, it’s important to be safe and check on your older adult family members, friends and neighbors. Below is a link to an article from the National Institute on Aging with tips for older adults to [...]
Milwaukee NARI Award Winning Remodeling with Design BILD BILD has proven again that accessibility can be beautiful. We are the leading remodeler for accessibility and even for traditional Kitchens and Bathrooms with our sister company Design BILD. With our staff interior designer, Brian Drew, we can provide beautiful and functional use of space [...]
6 Ways to Pay For Home Accessibility Upgrades Aging in place is a major priority for many adults, and local governments and communities are constantly working to find ways to support the aging population. Aging in place modifications can be as simple as adding handheld sprayers in showers or as complex as installing [...]
Accessible Home Modifications - Continuing Education Courses. New Jersey, Nov 14, 15, & 16 - 2018 Interested in learning more about accessible home modifications? Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CEAC, CAPS, ECHM, CLIPP, is a national instructor and educator on accessible home modifications. In his day long course, attended by therapists, ATPs, contractors, individuals with [...]
