Certified Aging in Space - Passow
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The document discusses the importance of accessible home design for individuals with mobility impairments, emphasizing the need for homes that allow people to live comfortably and safely at home. It outlines the top ten features necessary for creating such environments, including first-floor living, safety devices, and specific bathroom modifications. The document also highlights the importance of planning for the future and suggests community and support network involvement in the home modification process.
Certified Aging in Space - Passow
- 1. People want to “Live at HOME” Safely Comfortably Regardless of ability or age
- 3. 2012
- 4. Did you know? 25-60% Of all new homes will have a resident with a long-term, severe mobility impairment 1 in 20 People have some type of mobility impairment 95% Of all new homes are constructed with steps at all entrances and/or narrow doorways
- 6. So now, “you’re PLANNING for your FUTURE” OR,
- 7. Successful areas of planning Person Place Support Network
- 8. Support Network PlacePerson Successful areas of planning Live at Home • Your Home Choice • Home Modification • Community • Environment • Finances • Activities • Preventive Healthcare • Medical Care • Spirituality • Self Worth • Recreation • Community Involvement • Continuing Education • Transportation • Family/Friends/Community
- 9. How do you know who can help?
- 10. CAPS
- 11. Modifications to allow you to stay HOME Live at Home
- 12. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work surfaces 7. Easy grip controls 8. Handrails 9. Lighting 10. Storage
- 13. Top 10 features 1. First floor • Home entrance • Accessible bedroom, bath, kitchen, living area, and laundry room • 42” wide hallway • 32” minimum doorway
- 14. Home entrance
- 15. Home entrance
- 16. Home entrance
- 17. Home entrance
- 18. Home entrance Width = 36”-48” Platform at top should be 3’ x 5’ Landing after 30’ of ramp with 5’ turning radius
- 19. Home entrance Low Rise Stairs
- 20. Interior access
- 21. Interior access
- 22. Interior access
- 23. Interior access
- 24. Interior access
- 25. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds • Beleveled strip for heights of ¼ inch or more • Nonslip and non-glare surfaces such as cork flooring • Low-pile carpets or rugs
- 28. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications • Spacing • Tub/shower access • Scald-control • Safety and Luxury
- 29. Bathroom Modifications 5’ x 8’ bathroom modifications Swing out door Replace tub with roll-in shower
- 30. Bathroom Modifications Modify with a roll-in shower
- 33. Bathroom Modifications Curb shower Roll in shower
- 35. Bathroom Modifications Toilet Clearance 34” in front Toilet Height 17”-19” comfort ht.
- 36. Bathroom Modifications Roll under sink Height = no > 34” Under sink allowance = 27”-29”
- 39. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars • In wet areas • Near toilets
- 40. Grab Bars
- 42. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work surface control and heights • Front controls • Front loading washer & dryer • Side-by-side refrigerator • Elevated dishwasher • Induction cook tops • Easy read displays • Color-contrasting controls
- 43. Work surface control and heights
- 44. Work surface control and heights o 30”-48” clear space o Roll under sink o 27”-34” counter height o Smooth flooring o User-friendly appliances
- 45. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work surfaces 7. Easy grip controls • Lever door knobs and faucets • Rocker panel light switches • Large touch-pad controls
- 47. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work Surfaces 7. East grip controls 8. Handrails • Both sides • 1 ¼” diameter • Continuous • 34”-38” off floor
- 48. Handrails
- 49. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work surfaces 7. Easy grip controls 8. Handrails 9. Lighting • Dimmers • Reflect light • Light colored walls • Reduce shadows • Outlets and switches 18”-48” off floor • Avoid glare from glossy surfaces
- 50. Lighting Dimmer lights, rocker switches @ 36-”42” ht. Direct or task lighting (vanity, desk, sink, stove, etc.) The light should not be behind you to produce a shadow Use sensor lighting
- 51. Lighting - Balance light transitions - Contrast light between floorings, thresholds, wall and floor - LED & CFL – less energy and maintenace
- 52. Top 10 features 1. First floor 2. Safety devices 3. Safe flooring and thresholds 4. Bathroom modifications 5. Grab bars 6. Work surfaces 7. Easy grip controls 8. Handrails 9. Lighting 10. Storage • Adjustable/multiple heights • Closets • Shelves: Maximum 54” • Rods: Maximum 48” • Adjustable if possible
- 53. Storage
- 54. Modifications to allow you to stay HOME