Topic: bathroom

Interview with Allen Garrett from Access Able Designs

December 13 2019

 

We recently conducted an interview with Allen Garrett of Access Able Designs to ask him about founding a successful accessibility minded business, his experience, and where he sees the industry going in the future.  For the last 23 years his company’s Access-Able Transfer Benches have been instrumental in helping hospitals, nursing homes, hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, airports, convention centers, and even homeowners to meet and/or exceed the ADA standard for their handicapped accessible facilities.

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A Senior’s Guide to Safety in the Bathroom

November 1 2019

Are you worried about you or a loved one slipping & falling in the bathroom? When considering a home modification, upgrade, or remodel to ensure your ability to Age-in-Place, there are three main priorities that should be given consideration – total accessibility, safety, and convenience. 
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Press Release: Cassandra Rollins Earns CAPS Educational Designation

October 9 2019

Charlotte, NC, October 9, 2019 – Cassandra Rollins, of CSI Bathware & GreatGrabz is now one of the select group of professionals nationwide to earn the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation, identifying her as a Product Line Manager with the skills and knowledge necessary to remodel or modify a home to meet the unique needs of the older population, disabled owners or their visitors.

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5 Easy, Cost-Effective Upgrades You Can Apply for Aging in Place

October 1 2019

When someone says Aging in Place, what the heck are they talking about? Well, its no secret that we’re all getting older and most of us want to live in our homes until our time here is finished. That, my friends, is Aging in Place – aging gracefully in your own environment, surrounded by your things and memories. As we get older and life throws its punches, we may have to alter our homes to make them livable for our new normal. While we can’t all afford a major home renovation, there are a few things that can be done to extend the time we have to age in our homes. The five things below are easy, cost effective upgrades you can apply to make your home more suitable for growing old(er).
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Why You Should Age In Place Instead of Move to a Nursing Home

September 1 2019

Seniors have a big decision to make for the later years in life.  Does it make more sense to move to an assisted living facility or to renovate the home that you've made countless memories in to prepare for aging in place?  Below we've outlined the main reasons why you should stay in the comfort of your own home:

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4 Key Steps to Make Your Next Project ADA Compliant

August 1 2019

The ADA, otherwise known as the Americans with Disabilities Act, isn't just a set of guidelines.  Its purpose is to make the lives of those with disabilities easier.

When beginning your next ADA compliant bathroom project, several features are required per the standards.  We've outlined below the four main steps you need to consider to make sure your project is up to compliance:

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What Is ADA Compliance & it's Effect on Commercial Bathroom Design?

July 1 2019

If you run a business or facility, you're probably familiar with the term "ADA compliance." If you aren't familiar with the term, ADA is short for the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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How to Prepare Your Home for Aging in Place

May 28 2019

Aging in place is "the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level," as defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a concept that many people would rather push aside and deal with later because, let's face it, nobody wants to think about growing old.

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