From the "This is why we paid for our kids to go to college" department comes a story about the iShoe that can help seniors aging in place. This incredible new piece of equipment could help physicians discover problems with balance before a fall actually happens. The model the MIT Team is working with now is geared towards merely identifying a …
Still Waiting for the Happy New Year
It seems, this year, that we have heard nothing but bad news. So, with that being said, I’m feeling pretty sad. The holidays have arrived, a time when everyone should be appreciating the fun, the family, and the ridiculous sweaters. I’ve tried to be happy, but a few weeks ago a train in Washington state ran off the tracks, fires still rage in …
Introduction to Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS)
The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation was developed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelors™ Council, in collaboration with the AARP, NAHB Research Center and NAHB Seniors Housing Council. This program was developed to provide professional training that would enable them to accommodate the needs of …
Safeway Step Accessible Tub Conversion
The Safeway Step ® is an affordable solution to convert your existing fiberglass, steel or cast iron bathtub into a walk-in shower. The Safeway Step is an easy way for homeowners or institutions to allow a more safe and easier-to-use shower experience, without the cost of a full accessible shower installation. The Safeway Step combines a custom …
ADA Shower In Tempe, AZ
My customer in Tempe, AZ wanted me to create a nice looking curbless ADA shower (in the hall bathroom) for her handicapped daughter. After taking out the existing tub and adding a new lower drain installation, we added a custom height bench for an easy transfer from a wheelchair. Then, we added a shower valve (on/off) near the bench for …
Senior Cell Phones – Introducing the Clarity C900
Previously we covered existing cell phones for seniors, highlighting some of the best and most usable cell phone for seniors... for people who like simplicity and 'senior friendly' technology. We'll we've got a new one that you may really find indispensable: the ClarityLife C900. Brought to you by Clarity, the same company that offers a wide …