According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and over, and in any given year, one in four over-65 adults report falling at least once. Many of these incidents require medical treatment, and even the ones that don’t, can cause psychological distress and a feeling of insecurity in the home.
Read MoreConverting Your Basement into a Fully Accessible Guest Suite for Seniors
With housing costs skyrocketing along with the cost of assisted living, it’s often a financially savvy decision for aging parents to move in with their adult children. Renovating a basement or building them their own suite gives seniors the privacy they deserve during their golden years.
It also makes logistical sense for adults who are simultaneously raising children. For these people, getting everyone who needs care under the same roof is a practical necessity.
Read MoreHow to Make Your Home Wheelchair Accessible
Creating a wheelchair-accessible home ensures safety, comfort, and independence for people with mobility challenges. Although it may seem like a daunting project, you can make your home more wheelchair accessible with thoughtful modifications that don’t necessarily require costly structural changes.
Read More5 Top Sustainable Flooring Materials for an Eco-Friendly Home
It’s not like I was bored. In fact, I had too much to do, but when I noticed that my local home improvement store was having a sale on their flooring options I had to go see what they had.
I figured it was time to pull the plug and finally replace the threadbare carpet I’ve been staring at for the last couple of years.
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of a Fixed Island for Your Kitchen
If Pinterest is your BFF and you spend countless hours looking for inspiration for your kitchen revamp, you’ve probably come across many great ideas for kitchen islands.
While it’s easy enough to copy a design you love, the bigger question remains: Should you go for a movable island or a stationary one?
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