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For individuals with limited dexterity or hand use - BILD has customized the Nexidea lift chair with easy to manage controls.  Watch the below video for the adapted Nexidea lift chair system to see how the up and down controls can be adapted for individuals with limited dexterity.  This system was adapted for an individual [...]

         Whether you’re in need of ramping your home to be able to return home from a hospital stay, or someone living with a disability, there are a number of important considerations which can mean the difference between independent or dependent access to your home.  Basing a decision on how to ramp the home based [...]

Safe Options for Managing Stairs Stairs can be an obstacle to your independence, safety and quality of life.  There are a number of solutions that can help you manage safely and independently, inside and outside of your home or business.  We hope to provide an overview of the different options for independence with managing stairs. [...]

Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CEAC, CAPS, ECHM is one of the regions leading experts on the subject of accessible home modifications, and will be presenting courses in the Minesotta and Wisconsin areas this coming January and February of 2014. This day long course will focus on practical and important aspects of home modifications including: strategies for [...]

BILD invites you to the 2014 Metropolitan Builder’s Association – MBA Home Show at the Wisconsin Center (400 West Wisconsin Avenue). The Home show runs Friday Jan 10, 2014 through Sunday Jan 12th, and is open 12-8 Friday, 10-8 Saturday, and 10-5 Sunday. Admission for the event is $10 general, $7 seniors, & free for [...]

     Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CEAC, CAPS, ECHM will be providing a number of continuing education courses on accessible home modifications.  Upcoming courses will be presented nationally at the following locations through Summit Professional Education, WOTA 2013 conference, and the UWM school of professional continuing education.  See more information for the following dates and courses:   [...]

  When looking at options for accessibility there are many reasons to look at clean and healthy products which minimize the need for maintenance, and which minimize the buildup of mold, mildew, and bacteria.  We offer products which are not only require less maintenance, and create a healthier environment, but also offer superior quality and [...]

     The concept of Universal design incorporates aspects of design that improve the function and quality of life of individuals of all ages and abilities.  This can involve design that caters to individuals with disabilities, individuals who wish to “age in place,” or individuals who wish to create an inviting home environment which meets the [...]

  Rob Horkheimer, MPT, CEAC, CAPS, ECHM – will be a one day continuing education on accessible home modifications and evaluations to PTs, OTs, DME professionals, and other healthcare professionals.  The class will focus on home assessments, fall prevention, lift and safe transfer technology and other options and resources for home accessibility and safety.  The [...]