• Preventing in-home falls

    When a parent falls it sets off a cascading series of events that can adversely transform not just their life but those of family and friends. Yet many of these accidents and their [...]

  • Elder proofing a home

    A young couple expecting their first child will invest time and money preparing their home to ensure the child's safety. Cabinets will be secured, dangerous items elevated or locked away, outlets plugged, bookcases [...]

  • Ageing in place

    Surveys by AARP and others prove that the overwhelming majority of us prefer to remain at home as we age. No matter how nice active, senior living, assisted living, and adult care facilities [...]

  • Stroke wheelchair home

    Many years ago I was called in to help a family friend whose mother had suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. She and her husband suddenly found themselves faced with the challenge of building a [...]