Disability Remodeling Can Turn Your Life Around

Sometimes even able-bodied people have complaints about the structure and design of their homes. When an unfortunate turn of events or a chronic condition leads people to use wheelchairs, walkers or even crutches, those homes can become almost impossible to maneuver in. Disability remodeling of your home can save you from those frustrating days and lead to a much more fulfilling life with independence and freedom of movement.

 

Initial Home Evaluation

 

An experience contractor, sometimes with the help of an occupational therapist, can evaluate your home for possible improvements for differently-abled residents. You should provide input regarding your current use of your living space areas, so modifications aren’t made in areas in which you’re already comfortable. Your current physical condition and abilities should play a role in deciding where and how to make those modifications that you need.

 

Indoor Improvements

 

Small improvements such as installing bathroom support bars still require careful planning by your disability remodeling team. The doorways throughout your home might require widening to accommodate a wheelchair, and the kitchen countertops could be lowered for better access from a sitting position. New sinks and faucets can help people with limited arm movement have better access to running water. Little details like moving a light switch down a few inches can make a world of difference to someone who simply can’t reach them. Hallway intersections might be widened, and furniture or cabinets might be moved, for better maneuverability and turning with a wheelchair.

 

Outdoor improvements

 

Adding ramps for entering and exiting the house is probably the most popular opportunity for improving your outdoor experience. A wider driveway may provide more space for transport vehicles to load or unload wheelchairs. There is also usually no reason why walkways can’t be added to lead into an existing garden. Attractively laid-down rough surfaces can provide better traction for wheels.

 

Differently-abled people can benefit greatly from even minor improvements throughout and around their home. For people who are having trouble using their home as it’s currently built, disability remodeling by an experienced contractor can provide a much safer, more efficient and simply much more enjoyable environment to live in.