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Housing

Home Remodeling

Home Modification and Repair includes adaptations to homes that can make it easier and safer to carry out activities such as bathing, cooking, and climbing stairs and alterations to the physical structure of the home to improve its overall safety and condition.

Why Is Home Modification And Repair Important?
Home modification and repair can help prevent accidents such as falls. Research suggests that one-third to one-half of home accidents can be prevented by modification and repair.

Home modification and repair can allow people to remain in their homes. Older people tend to live in older homes that often need repairs and modifications. Over 60% of older persons live in homes more than 20 years old. Home modification and repair can accommodate lifestyle changes and increase comfort.

Typical Problems:

  • Difficulty getting in and out of the shower
  • Slipping in the tub or shower
  • Difficulty turning faucet handles/doorknobs
  • Access to home
  • Inadequate heating or ventilation
  • Problems climbing staffs

Possible Solutions:

  • Install grab bars, shower seals or transfer benches
  • Place non-skid strips or decals in the tub or shower
  • Replace with lever handles
  • Install ramps
  • Install insulation, storm windows and air conditioning
  • Install handrails for support


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