Intergenerational homes offer a number of advantages for families. Especially those caring for older adults. What are intergenerational homes? Intergenerational homes are ones where two or more generations of family members live together. It can be a multi-generational home, which is for three or more generations. Or, a home where the older … [Read more...] about Intergenerational Homes – A Family Guide
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The Ultimate In Home Accessibility & Independence
This home accessibility remodel was for a family who has a special needs son in Cincinnati, OH. Our client’s initial interest was in finding an experienced contractor to partner with that could design a highly specialized accessible needs bathroom in a 1915 home in Cincinnati, OH. This was a multi-family home for a couple who has a son with … [Read more...] about The Ultimate In Home Accessibility & Independence
Fire Safety at Home for Older Adults & Those With Physical Limitations
Fire safety at home is very serious, especially for older adults & those with physical limitations What is the Risk of a Home Fire? Fire is one of the most dangerous things that can happen to a person in their home. It is important for everyone to know how to stay safe in the event of a fire. September was National Preparedness Month and, … [Read more...] about Fire Safety at Home for Older Adults & Those With Physical Limitations
Madeira Home Remodel
This project was for a Madeira home remodel (Madeira, OH). It entailed renovating an existing first floor and creating a master suite where the second bedroom was. As well as, renovating an existing sunroom, a staircase, flooring, trim and add a new front door. The homeowners wanted master bedroom on the first floor, instead of on the second … [Read more...] about Madeira Home Remodel
Home Addition Master Suite (In-Law Suite) – Loveland, OH
This home addition project was a master suite home addition designed and built specifically for someone confined to a wheelchair. The person needed 24 hour care. He could sit up, but could not walk more than a few steps. It was designed to allow caregivers to more easily provide round-the-clock care, while allowing the person to have the most … [Read more...] about Home Addition Master Suite (In-Law Suite) – Loveland, OH
Barriers to Aging in Place
For a lot of folks, the barriers to aging in place keep them from staying healthy and happy at home later in life. And, with the idea of aging in place gaining in popularity, it seemed like a good idea to talk about some of the things that people encounter that can hamper their ability to age in place. The truth is, we've seen it here in the … [Read more...] about Barriers to Aging in Place
Age in Place – The True Cost of Not Preparing Your Home for Later Life
To age in place is to plan for a life when you're older that suits you & your lifestyle. This month I want to continue the discussion about why aging in place is important. If you are like a lot of folks I’ve talked with in the past, you’re thinking, “I’m not old, yet. I have plenty of time to get ready.” Or, maybe you will decide to not … [Read more...] about Age in Place – The True Cost of Not Preparing Your Home for Later Life
Why is Aging in Place Important?
I am going to caution you: If you are over age 45, you need to read this article. It is short, but full of information that could help you change your future for the better. (As well as, your parent’s future.) If you’re wondering why I said 45 there … read to the end. Why is aging in place important? You may have heard about the idea of … [Read more...] about Why is Aging in Place Important?